Category Archives: Designer Rants
Problem: When WCAG Turns into a Checklist
At my job for another company (hey, who doesn’t have two jobs?), I am tasked with certifying the company’s software as WCAG compliant. From a theoretical point of view it should be easy. I should be able to understand and …
Comparing the UIs/UX of Different Streaming Services
Well, I have been testing out different streaming services. Seriously, I watched everything worth watching on Netflix; I am not really open to watching a proprietary Netflix show which uses data to produce fan-service series, lack storyline, be strung along …
The Things that Bug Me About Adobe XD
Lately, I have been trying to use XD for designs. I do a lot of UI design for desktop software, and historically I have used Illustrator. it has served me well for interface design. I am the only designer on the …
Considering Leaving WordPress
It took my a long time to get on board to use WordPress. At first it was not customizable enough for me as a designer, but eventually, I gave it a try for one of my own websites. I then …
Re-thinking Governmental RFPs
When I was at my second job as a graphic designer for another company, that company often bent over backwards to bid for governmental Requests for Proposals. They did not rely on commercial clients for their bread and butter, so …