What design tips would you give to a hardcore programmer?
I know most of the hardcore developers here will share the same feeling. Design is something which doesn't come naturally to me. Even though I know how to write CSS and most of its properties, I fail to create a decent looking website.
You have to practice, a lot, to get comfortable with the design process.
Try to reproduce sites/apps you like without checking their source code too often. In this way you will discover and learn new techniques.
After you get pretty skilled in doing this, try an pick some designs from Dribbble.com and implement them. Once you get to this point, I think you will be in a good position with your design skills.
Andy Gongea
Designer with significant coding experience
Hi Nate,
You have to practice, a lot, to get comfortable with the design process. Try to reproduce sites/apps you like without checking their source code too often. In this way you will discover and learn new techniques.
After you get pretty skilled in doing this, try an pick some designs from Dribbble.com and implement them. Once you get to this point, I think you will be in a good position with your design skills.
I hope it helps.