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The Toptal Design Blog is a hub for advanced design studies by professional designers in the Toptal network on all facets of digital design, ranging from detailed design tutorials to in-depth coverage of new design trends, techniques, and technologies.

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Retain Users With These Mobile App Onboarding Inspirations

Mobile app onboarding is fraught with frustration and friction, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Learn from these exquisit onboarding examples specifically designed to engage and retain users.

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Michael Abehsera

Michael is an experienced UI/UX designer whose background in marketing and data analysis helps him make well-informed design decisions.

The Danger of Dark Patterns (With Infographic)

Are manipulative design techniques undermining your product and leading users to make bad decisions? Here’s how to avoid dark patterns and create ethical products that enhance customer trust.

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Michael Craig

Michael is a UX expert who has researched, designed, tested, and shipped products for multiple startups and companies, including Mitel Networks and international beauty brand OPI.

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Understanding Cognitive Bias in Product Design, the Good and Bad (With Infographic)

Knowing the psychology of how and why we make certain decisions can help in creating more user-centric sites and apps.

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Nataliia Pylypchuk

Nataliia is a product design expert who specializes in conversion-rate optimization and holds the Nielsen Norman Group certification in UX design. She has a particular focus on research and analytics-based decision making. Her recent clients include education technology company Carnegie Learning; British National Health Service health app Now Patient; and business services company Office Automated.

Designing Remote Ideation Workshops for Startups

Remote ideation workshops help companies address business-related problems through creative exercises that prioritize speed, teamwork, and innovative thinking.

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Guoming Xu

Guoming is a UX designer who specializes in user research, digital strategy, and interaction design. He helps B2B and B2C startups build innovative web experiences and SaaS apps.

Minimalist UX Design for Healthier Smartphone Engagement

It’s easy to waste too much time staring at our smartphones, but minimalist UX design can help users build healthier engagement habits.

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Florence Dairo

Florence is a senior product designer who has developed mobile applications for global financial services clients, including Carbon, Amplified Payment Systems, and Open Banking Nigeria.

Keep It Tasteful: A Guide to Food App Design

The pandemic has intensified the demand for online food ordering, and businesses are rushing to meet the need. With food apps increasing in popularity, providing an exceptional user experience is critical.

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Pili Fernandez Davila

Pili is a UX, UI, and product designer who has led teams at Clearco and Compass Digital Labs. At Compass, she worked on the Thrive app, which facilitates ordering from cafes in office buildings. She is an Associate Professor of Brand Design at Universidad Anáhuac in Huixquilucan, Mexico.

The New Trend in UI Design: An Overview of Neumorphism

Neumorphic design is a visual trend that has gained traction with UI/UX designers and become a popular aesthetic choice for contemporary software, websites, and mobile apps.

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Kayode Osinusi

Kayode has extensive experience leading creative teams while helping startups build and launch successful digital products in e-commerce, finance, and entertainment.

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Osandi Sekoú Robinson

Osandi spearheads multifaceted roles encompassing product design, research, content, and operations at Poised Design & Ventures. His central focus revolves around nurturing human potential, serving as a cornerstone in the creation of products and organizational cultures that catalyze individuals to achieve their utmost excellence. Complementing this dedication, Osandi channels his fervor into mentorship and guidance for aspiring designers.