Lesser Known Uses Of Better Known Attributes — Smashing Magazine

HTML attributes are like little instructions that we add to the markup of elements to make them do certain things or behave in certain ways. For example, most of us know that the target attribute with a value of _blank opens the link in a new tab or window. But did you know that you […]
Why Browsers Produce Different Performance Results — Smashing Magazine

We know that browsers do all sorts of different things under the hood. One of those things is the way they not only fetch resources like images and scripts from the server but how they prioritize those resources. Chrome and Safari have implemented a “Tight Mode” that constrains which resources are loaded and in what […]
How to Set Up WordPress Error Logs In Your WP-Config File

This sounds very techy, but it’s manageable with this guide. By switching on error logs, you’ll be able to easily find the bugs that are in your WordPress website. Ready to troubleshoot like a pro? Let’s dive into the world of WordPress error logs. Understanding WordPress Error Logs This is a basic text display of […]
Learning To Let Go Of Perfection — Smashing Magazine

The best and worst thing about solo development is the “solo” part. There’s a lot of freedom in working alone, and that freedom can be inspiring, but it can also become a debilitating hindrance to productivity and progress. Victor Ayomipo shares his personal lessons on what it takes to navigate solo development and build the […]
The Role Of Illustration Style In Visual Storytelling — Smashing Magazine

How do we determine the most suitable illustration style? How should illustrations complement and reflect your corporate identity? What will resonate most with your target audience? And regarding the content, what type of illustration would best enhance it, and how would it work for the age range it is primarily for? Thomas Bohm shares insightful […]
Building Smarter, Faster, And Private Applications — Smashing Magazine
Shouldn’t there be a way to keep your apps or project data private and improve performance by reducing server latency? This is what on-device AI is designed to solve. It handles AI processing locally, right on your device, without connecting to the internet and sending data to the cloud. In this article, Joas Pambou explains […]
Warhol Arts: A Digital Playground of Pop, Pixels, and Pure Motion

This project’s been turning heads—and for good reason. Warhol Arts isn’t just visually striking; it’s packed with clever interactions, refined motion, and a whole lot of Webflow and GSAP wizardry under the hood. So we asked Serhii Polyvanyi, founder and creative director at BL/S®, to take us behind the scenes. In this deep dive, he […]
An Ode To Side Project Time — Smashing Magazine

A once-revered perk of some tech workplaces, the status of ‘side project time’ seems to have slipped in recent years. Frederick O’Brien believes it deserves a comeback. There seemed to be a hot minute when the tech industry understood the value of idle tinkering and made a point of providing ‘side project time’ as an […]
How To Argue Against AI-First Research — Smashing Magazine

Companies have been turning their attention to “synthetic,” AI-driven user testing. However, as convenient as it might seem, it’s dangerous, expensive, and usually diminishes user value. Let’s take a closer look at why exactly it is problematic and how we can argue against it to make a case for UX research with real users. Part […]
Blossoms, Flowers, And The Magic Of Spring (April 2025 Wallpapers Edition) — Smashing Magazine

The beginning of the new month is the perfect opportunity to give your desktop a makeover. If you’re looking for some beautiful and unique wallpapers to cater for a bit of inspiration this April, well, this post has got you covered. Starting the new month with a little inspiration boost — that’s the idea behind […]