Daniel's articles

Daniel Schwarz reviews three options for bringing multiplayer design collaboration into your team workflow. Let's find out which is best for your team.

Sketch recently introduced a rather interesting update to their .sketch file format, Daniel Schwarz explains what this means for Sketch designers.
We've waited and improvised, but now the wait is over. Sketch now offers responsive design features, but how does it compare to the Auto Layout Plugin?

Daniel Schwarz takes a look at Active Collab, a powerful collaboration tool with time tracking, invoicing, task management and more.

You've decided it's time to leave a job that isn't paying enough, or is making you miserable. Daniel Schwarz shows you how to leave without burning bridges.

Development teams are getting larger and collaboration never more challenging. Can Sketch and Invision help?

Many nerdy tech companies have used 99designs to obtain a great logo. Here are a few of the best — with a look at how their briefs ensured quality results.

Designing and selling themes can be a lucrative business, but there are plenty of pitfalls. Dan's guide will help you avoid the big traps.
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Adobe have finally offered a genuine competitor to Sketch. The big question is: Adobe XD or Sketch? Is the new kid on the block a real contender?

We all have an understanding of responsive design, but how does it relate to 'Adaptive design'? Turns out the answer depends on who you ask.

Modern user interfaces move. But as Fun Boy Three and Bananarama once said, "T'aint what you do, it's the way that you do it!". Let's talk about easings.

Once you're getting some traffic, it's time to earn money from your site. Here are 10 proven strategies you can use.

Micro-interactions are subtle “moments” centered around accomplishing a single task. Daniel shows how they count for UI designers.

Growth mindsets enable success, while fixed mindsets get in its way. Daniel Schwarz looks at five ways entrepreneurs can develop this outlook.

There are many stories about clients from hell online, but have you ever been a freelancer from hell? Daniel Schwarz explains five big mistakes we make.

Websites are so often boxes in boxes in boxes. Daniel has 5 different ways to break your habit of rectangular website designs.

Information overload and dopamine desensitization can get in the way of your work and your life. Daniel Schwarz explains how to avoid this fate.

Burnout isn't fun. At its worst, it can be crippling for your career. Daniel Schwarz explains how to avoid burnout while you're still on a hot streak.

Many freelancers and remote workers are hesitant to start working from cafés because they don't understand the etiquette. Daniel Schwarz clears it all up.

Working from home when living with those who don't understand working from home can be tough. Here's how to make it work.

Adobe has waded back into the UI design space with Adobe XD. Dan has a handy tip for importing assets pain-free using the Adobe XD's Repeat Grids feature.

Daniel Schwarz looks at collaboration-focused Slack integrations, including bots, screen sharing extensions, polls and search tools.

Store design isn't accidental. Hundred of years of experience teaches many UX lessons. Daniel explains how you can apply in the digital world.

Daniel Schwarz looks at ten web development assets from Codester that could save you time and money on your next project.

Split-screen layouts are a bold stylistic choice but not suited to all designs. Today, Daniel balances some design inspiration with a few words of caution.
Being able to share your designs in Sketch with very little effort is hugely beneficial to your team. Daniel show us more than one way to do it!
Fireworks is fizzling out, but Adobe has returned with a mystery new UI tool. What is Adobe XD? Will this fiery comet become a star? Dan investigates.
Video is creeping into areas of digital design that would have been unthinkable 5 years ago. Daniel has some thoughts on presenting a great video UX.
Could the characteristics that make us good designers – good eyesight & web savviness – actually make it harder for us to empathize with our users?