Working with Fusebox and React

If you are searching for an alternative bundler to webpack, you might want to take a look at FuseBox. It builds on what webpack offers — code-splitting, hot module reloading, dynamic imports, etc. — but code-splitting in FuseBox requires zero configuration by default (although webpack will offer the..

How machines have come to naturally speak human language

The prior linguistic revolution of the compiler Continue reading on UX Collective »

10 publications that contextualize design in South Africa

There are so few independent publications currently being produced in South Africa, and even fewer with a coherent design sensibility. All the more reason to know about those publications that have made a historic impression, and support those that are currently trying to create history. It should b..

Beyond the buzzword: Gamification done right

Gamification can make a good product better if done right, but it’s not a magic potion Continue reading on UX Collective »

How to build tech that does things differently

Data ethics principles and processes are useful, but they are often of limited use when it comes to addressing the social and environmental harms of the data economy. This post is about using creative R&D to build data technologies that embed a different set of values from the ground up, balancing e..

Designing localisation friendly products

Localisation is often perceived as simple text translations across different languages. However, it goes beyond just some alphabets and… Continue reading on UX Collective »

Optimizing Images for Users with Slow Network Speeds

For every website, page load time is a critical factor that can make or break the business. Thanks to the better user experience that comes with a fast-loading webpage, those who focus on page load optimization enjoy better conversion rates, better SEO, better retention, and lower bounce rates. And..

Which type of pre-onsite technical interview is the best for recruiting engineers?

I asked 300+ engineers what type of pre-onsite interview experience they prefer and this is what I found out. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Is the end near for flat logo design?

Oversimplified logos: when less becomes too much.Logos speak a thousand words. A great logo can tell the story of an organization without a single word. Recently, logos from various companies have experienced a transformation. From car companies like GM, restaurants like Burger King, and food produc..

Monsieur Bézier and his elegant curves

Design essentials: Bézier curves. Continue reading on UX Collective »