Using Pages CMS for Static Site Content Management

I know, I know: there are a ton of content management system options available, and while I’ve tested several, none have really been the one, y’know? Weird pricing models, difficult customization, some even end up becoming a whole ‘nother thing to manage.

Using Pages CMS for Static…

Orbital Mechanics (or How I Optimized a CSS Keyframes Animation)

What does it look like to refactor your own code? John Rhea picks apart an old CSS animation he wrote and walks through the thought process of optimizing it.

Orbital Mechanics (or How I Optimized a CSS Keyframes Animation) originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of…

Why is Nobody Using the hwb() Color Function?

Okay, nobody is an exaggeration, but have you seen the stats for hwb()? They show a steep decline, and after working a lot on color in the CSS-Tricks almanac, I’ve just been wondering why that is.

Why is Nobody Using the hwb() Color Function? originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of…

Modern Scroll Shadows Using Scroll-Driven Animations

Using scroll shadows, especially for mobile devices, is a subtle bit of UX that Chris has covered before. Geoff covered a newer approach that uses the animation-timeline property. Here’s yet another way.

Modern Scroll Shadows Using Scroll-Driven Animations originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You…

CSS shape() Commands

The CSS shape() function recently gained support in both Chromium and WebKit browsers. It’s a way of drawing complex shapes when clipping elements with the clip-path property.

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State of Devs: A Survey for Every Developer

The State of Devs survey is now open to participation, and unlike previous surveys it covers everything except code: career, workplace, but also health, hobbies, and more. 

State of Devs: A Survey for Every Developer originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the DigitalOcean family. You…

Revisiting Image Maps

Let’s run through a quick refresher. Image maps date all the way back to HTML 3.2, where, first, server-side maps and then client-side maps defined clickable regions over an image using map and area elements.

Revisiting Image Maps originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the…

Anchor Positioning Just Don’t Care About Source Order

The fact that anchor positioning eschews HTML source order is so CSS-y because it’s another separation of concerns between content and presentation.

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Last-Minute Interview Prep: When Can It Actually Help You Land The Job? Answers From An Expert

You’ve just landed an interview for your dream job… tomorrow morning. Is last-minute prep worth it?

Career coach Sarah Chen says yes, focusing on high-impact areas can boost confidence. Quickly review the job description to tailor your answers, and identify key skills they seek. “Having those stories fresh in your mind can make a huge difference,” Chen advises.

Also, understand the company’s recent activities. “Mentioning something specific you learned… can demonstrate genuine interest,” she notes.

But, don’t cram. “Focus on understanding the big picture and identifying a few key talking points,” Chen says. Authenticity is crucial.

Last-minute preparation can sharpen your focus and help you present your best self, if you direct your limited time strategically.

The Lost CSS Tricks of Cohost.org

In this post, Blackle Mori shows you a few of the hacks found while trying to push the limits of Cohost’s HTML support. Use these if you dare, lest you too get labelled a CSS criminal.

The Lost CSS Tricks of Cohost.org originally published on CSS-Tricks, which…