The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

Spicy designs, more open source opinions, privacy-focused services, the real cost of context switching & jqq (News)

Jul 18, 2022
Discover 37 creative ways to spice up your UI designs and enhance user experience. Dive into a vibrant debate on the responsibilities of open source maintainers while exploring essential privacy-conscious software options. Uncover the hidden costs of context switching on productivity, and get introduced to JQQ, a powerful new tool for querying JSON files that promises real-time previews. It's a whirlwind of design, security, and productivity insights that no tech enthusiast should miss!
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ADVICE

Spice Up Your UI

  • Spice up plain UI designs with Anthony Hobday's 37 easy techniques.
  • Bookmark his page for future reference when your designs need a boost.
INSIGHT

Open Source Opinions

  • James Bennett challenges Armin Ronicher's view on open source contributions.
  • He argues that maintainers have no obligation to follow user demands.
ADVICE

Privacy and Security

  • Use open-source, security-focused software to protect your privacy.
  • Alicia Sykes' curated list offers various options, from password managers to cloud storage.
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