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How to be the best web designer

1.Stay Updated: Keep up with the latest trends and technologies in web design and development.

2.Responsive Design: Ensure your designs are responsive and work well across various devices and screen sizes.

3.User-Centered: Design with the user in mind. User experience (UX) is crucial for a successful website.

4.Clean Code: Write clean, well-structured code that's easy to read and maintain.

5.Performance Optimization: Optimize your code and assets for faster loading times. Page speed matters.

6.Version Control: Use version control systems like Git to track changes and collaborate effectively.

7.Security Awareness: Implement security best practices to protect user data and prevent vulnerabilities.

8.Browser Compatibility: Test your designs across different browsers to ensure consistent functionality.

9.SEO Basics: Understand basic SEO principles to create web pages that are search engine friendly.

10.Accessibility: Design with accessibility in mind to ensure your site is usable by people with disabilities.

11.UI/UX Principles: Study user interface and experience principles for intuitive and engaging designs.
Responsive Images: Optimize images for the web, using appropriate formats and sizes.

12.Frameworks/Libraries: Familiarize yourself with popular frameworks and libraries to speed up development.

13.Debugging Skills: Develop strong debugging skills to identify and fix issues efficiently.

14.Continuous Learning: Technology evolves rapidly. Commit to lifelong learning to stay relevant and grow your skills.

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Dipankar Shaw

One thing I want to add

  • basics first : make your base strong by learning basic of web designing e.g., HTML, CSS & JS first, after that learning a framework.