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The Core Model: Start FROM The Answer, Not WITH The Solution

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Are Halland) |
The Core Model is a practical methodology that flips traditional digital development on its head. Instead of starting with solutions or structure, we begin with a hypothesis about what users need and follow a simple framework that brings diverse teams together to create more effective digital experi... read more

Web Components: Working With Shadow DOM

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Russell Beswick) |
Web Components are more than just Custom Elements. Shadow DOM, HTML Templates, and Custom Elements each play a role. In this article, Russell Beswick demonstrates how Shadow DOM fits into the broader picture, explaining why it matters, when to use it, and how to apply it effectively.... read more

Designing Better UX For Left-Handed People

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Vitaly Friedman) |
Today, roughly 10% of people are left-handed. Yet most products — digital and physical — aren’t designed with it in mind. Let’s change that. More design patterns in Smart Interface Design Patterns, a **friendly video course on UX** and design patterns by Vitaly.... read more

Handling JavaScript Event Listeners With Parameters

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Amejimaobari Ollornwi) |
Event listeners are essential for interactivity in JavaScript, but they can quietly cause memory leaks if not removed properly. And what if your event listener needs parameters? That’s where things get interesting. Amejimaobari Ollornwi shares which JavaScript features make handling parameters with ... read more

Why Non-Native Content Designers Improve Global UX

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Oleksii Tkachenko) |
Ensuring your product communicates clearly to a global audience is not just about localisation. Even for products that have a proper localisation process, English often remains the default language for UI and communications. This article focuses on how you can make English content clear and inclusiv... read more

Tiny Screens, Big Impact: The Forgotten Art Of Developing Web Apps For Feature Phones

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Tom Barrasso) |
Learn why flip phones still matter in 2025, and how you can build and launch web apps for these tiny devices.... read more

Design Patterns For AI Interfaces

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Vitaly Friedman) |
Designing a new AI feature? Where do you even begin? Here’s a simple, practical overview with useful design patterns for better AI experiences.... read more

Unmasking The Magic: The Wizard Of Oz Method For UX Research

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Victor Yocco) |
The Wizard of Oz method is a proven UX research tool that simulates real interactions to uncover authentic user behavior. Victor Yocco unpacks the core principles of the WOZ method, explores advanced real-world applications, and highlights its unique value, including its relevance in the emerging fi... read more

Droip: The Modern Website Builder WordPress Needed

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Zareen Tasnim) |
Traditional page builders have shaped how we build WordPress sites for years. Let’s take a closer look at [Droip](https://droip.com/), a modern, no-code visual builder, and explore how it redefines the experience with cleaner performance, full design freedom, and zero plugin dependency.... read more

Design Guidelines For Better Notifications UX

hello@smashingmagazine.com (Vitaly Friedman) |
As always in design, timing matters, and so do timely notifications. Let’s explore how we might improve the notifications UX. More design patterns in our Smart Interface Design Patterns, a friendly video course on UX and design patterns by Vitaly — from complex data tables and nested filters to FAQs... read more