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UX Designer and startup coach Sarah Harrison explains how to validate business ideas with quick UX techniques.

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Learn how to use pattern libraries as shortcuts for prototyping.

Know how to use both trends to dazzle users upon first impression. Get examples from Apple, Paypal, ESPN, and others.

Learn the importance of designing empty screens, edge cases, placeholders, and micro-interactions for mobile.

Learn how to create effective style guides that result in solid UI design.

Learn techniques for finding and customizing the right UI patterns.

Know the latest techniques based off analyzing some of the best examples around the web.

Beware the dangers of overdesigning your interactions. Designer Drew Thomas provides 4 straightforward tactics to guide users without annoying them.

UI design patterns are jumping off points. Learn four ways you can apply them to your design work.

Great interaction design lies in the details. Learn modern techniques based on analysis of examples from Facebook, Tinder, Path, and others.

See the rules, techniques, and best practices for delightful microinteractions. Examples illustrate the tips.

Know the 3 useful types of documentation that help you reuse existing designs. Written by “Web Anatomy” author and designer Robert Hoekman Jr.

Know how to go beyond page design when creating web experiences. Get tips for user research, prototyping, and interaction design.

We explain a few popular responsive navigation options before explaining the top choice. Tips and many examples included.