How To Build Custom Data Visualizations Using Luzmo Flex — Smashing Magazine

Bringing data to life in your application can be done without the usual headaches. Paul Scanlon shows you how you can build beautiful data visualizations using the Google Analytics API, and you won’t have to spend any time “massaging” the...

September 12, 2024

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Why Anticipatory Design Isn’t Working For Businesses — Smashing Magazine

Anticipatory design, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine learning (ML), and Big Data (BD), promises to transform user experiences by predicting and fulfilling needs before users even express them. While this proactive approach seems revolutionary, many businesses struggle to meet...

September 10, 2024

How To Create A Weekly Google Analytics Report That Posts To Slack — Smashing Magazine

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How To Create A Weekly Google Analytics Report That Posts To Slack — Smashing Magazine

Google Analytics is often on a “need to know” basis, but why not flip the script? Paul Scanlon shares how he wrote a GitHub Action that queries Google Analytics to automatically generate and post a top ten page views report...

September 6, 2024

Sticky Headers And Full-Height Elements: A Tricky Combination — Smashing Magazine

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Sticky Headers And Full-Height Elements: A Tricky Combination — Smashing Magazine

Sticky positioning is one of those CSS features that’s pretty delicate and can be negated by a lot of things, so here’s another one to add to your mental catalog: Sticky elements don’t play nicely if they have to coordinate...

September 5, 2024

The Big Difference Between Digital Product And Web Design — Smashing Magazine

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The Big Difference Between Digital Product And Web Design — Smashing Magazine

Designing for digital products requires a different mindset than traditional websites. It’s all about continuous adaptation, refining, and iterating as user behavior and needs evolve. Paul Boag reflects on the key differences, including how the frequency of usage impacts your...

September 3, 2024

Goodbye Summer, Hello September (2024 Wallpapers Edition) — Smashing Magazine

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Goodbye Summer, Hello September (2024 Wallpapers Edition) — Smashing Magazine

Let’s get ready for September with a fresh collection of desktop wallpapers! Created with love by the community for the community, they come in versions with and without a calendar. Enjoy! Lush green slowly turning into yellows and reds in...

August 31, 2024

Integrating Image-To-Text And Text-To-Speech Models (Part 2) — Smashing Magazine

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Integrating Image-To-Text And Text-To-Speech Models (Part 2) — Smashing Magazine

In the second part of this series, Joas Pambou aims to build a more advanced version of the previous application that performs conversational analyses on images or videos, much like a chatbot assistant. This means you can ask and learn...

August 30, 2024

Generating Unique Random Numbers In JavaScript Using Sets — Smashing Magazine

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Generating Unique Random Numbers In JavaScript Using Sets — Smashing Magazine

Want to create more randomized effects in your JavaScript code? The Math.random() method alone, with its limitations, won’t cut it for generating unique random numbers. Amejimaobari Ollornwi explains how to generate a series of unique random numbers using the Set...

August 26, 2024

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Mastering Typography In Logo Design — Smashing Magazine

Finding the right typeface for a logo is a challenge and can be a very time-consuming process that requires both creativity and a practical approach. Levi Honing provides the essential background and tools to enhance your typography journey and apply...

August 22, 2024

Regexes Got Good: The History And Future Of Regular Expressions In JavaScript — Smashing Magazine

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Regexes Got Good: The History And Future Of Regular Expressions In JavaScript — Smashing Magazine

Although JavaScript regexes used to be underpowered compared to other modern flavors, numerous improvements in recent years mean that’s no longer true. Steven Levithan evaluates the history and present state of regular expressions in JavaScript with tips to make your...

August 20, 2024

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