While errors and bugs in coding technology may not always be harmful, many of them can be exploited by bad actors and result in vulnerabilities. Bad actors can leverage vulnerabilities to get the software to act in unexpected ways, potentially impacting the performance and security of the software. This could also give untrustworthy agents access to … continue reading The post How clean code can help prevent headline-grabbing vulnerabilities appeared first on SD Times.

The idea that designers are bound to be servants of other people's and companies' products is extremely pervasive. Sure, you may build your own design agency but, in the end, that agency is simply a collective effort to serve someone else. From my perspective, though, the world is waking up to the idea that designers can be founders of a product and not just create the beautiful wrapping around some engineering core. A recent study by Boston's Design Management Institute showed that design-driven businesses have outperformed the Standard & Poor's 500 by an astounding 228% over the past 10 years. These were companies that had design embedded within the company's organizational structure, design leadership present at senior levels, and a commitment to design's use as an innovation resource. The post From Fledgling To Founder: How Designers Can Push Their Creations Into The Real World appeared first on Smashing Magazine.

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Are you looking for the absolute best podcasts in the branding and brand strategy space? You may have already found a few ‘top branding podcasts’ lists through Google search and been disappointed that only a handful of them are truly about branding. Most of the podcasts found through Google are about content marketing, digital media, graphic design, advertising, or marketing in general and some are outdated or haven’t uploaded any new episodes in many years. On top of that, some podcasts don’t have even an active website anymore. We have found the podcasts that are truly focused on branding and are actively podcasting. We even listen to them! Top 10+ Best Branding Podcasts Here’s your list of the best branding podcasts in no particular order, except for #1 but we may be a little bias. JUST Branding Let’s Talk Branding How Brands Are Built The Extraordinary Podcast Brand Master Podcast Hitting the Mark Brand Builder Podcast Branding Banter The Futur Logo Geek Making the Brand with Billy Draper The Real-World Branding Podcast   JUST Branding The JUST Branding is hosted by none other than Jacob Cass and Matt Davies. If you are looking for a podcast that is solely dedicated […]

Ever wondered how to build a paginated list that works with and without JavaScript? In this article, Manuel explains how you can leverage the power of Progressive Enhancement and do just that with Eleventy and Alpine.js.

Planning and organizing an event can be challenging. Whether you're a first-timer trying to plan your very first event or an experienced event organizer, event... The post Seven Things You Can Do to Improve Your Marketing Strategy appeared first on Web Development & Technology Resources.

One of the curious questions a web designer faces is when to make a change to the tools you use and the way you work. How do you know when... The post When is it Time to Change Your Workflow? appeared first on Speckyboy Design Magazine.

Does it ever seem like certain website color schemes just get all the attention? As with every other aspect of web design, there are color schemes that tend to trend more than others. Bright colors, stark palettes, and even some mismatching schemes are elements of color that are trending. Here's a look at some of […]

Google has announced that it is updating the Google Calendar API rate limiting and monitoring schedule in an effort to better manage usage fallout after passing imposed limits. Previously the rates were monitored daily, allowing for prolonged downtime if usage was poorly managed.

Why is Google the search behemoth it is today? Part of the reason is because of how it's transformed our ability to search for answers. Think about something as simple as looking up the definition of a word. 20 years ago, you would've had to pull your dictionary off the shelf to find an answer to your query. Now, you open your phone or turn on your computer, type or speak the word, and get an answer in no time at all and with little effort on your part.