Design patterns have evolved to address problems that are often encountered in software applications. They are solutions to recurring problems and complexities in software design. We’ve discussed many ...

When we pulled up this little presentation by Harry Brignull on "Dark Patterns" in UI design we assumed we'd be seeing some new nefarious techniques that designers were just happening upon. Instead we ...

The Web Foundation‘s Tech Policy Design Lab is working on an interesting-looking project to counter deceptive design — aka dark patterns* — with the goal of producing a portfolio of UX and UI ...

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Learn the potential pitfalls of using the repository pattern, including adding an extra layer of abstraction when it's not needed in your software designs Design patterns provide proven solutions to ...

Whether looking for a wallpaper pattern for your iPhone or your living room, the Pattern Library is a fun resource. Repeating patterns are useful things. Whether you need a cool wallpaper for your ...