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Large language models like GPT-4 are becoming increasingly capable, at an alarming rate. Within a couple of years, we won't need developers any more! …Or at least, that's the narrative going viral on Twitter. I'm much more optimistic about what these AI advancements mean for the future of software development.

The End of Front-End Development

https://www.joshwcomeau.com/blog/the-end-of-frontend-development/

No calls, no meetings, no contracts — just design

Alex is an experienced product designer based in the US known high quality user interfaces and engaging experiences.

Alex Nicolai - Product Designer

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Hey everyone! I have a couple open spots for May-June for design work. Reach out with any questions  😊 https://minute.design/

Anyone have issues with accessing ChatGPT Plus? I’m a paid subscriber but the interface doesn’t recognize my membership status so I don’t have access to GPT4 and side panel shows me the upgrade button.

SwiftUI devs…for a card element that has a multi-gradient textured look: would you use an exported PNG or hard code the gradients?

Love your craft in tech whether design or development and enjoy it more these days. We’re in the end game. GPT4 and beyond will bring in new experiences that will make us nostalgic for “simpler” times. 
I’m excited for AI and the future it will bring but I’m a nostalgic person.

I’m going to Config! It’ll be my first time visiting SF. Who else is going? Would be cool to meet people from here IRL

Late night work. Sometimes I like to put an old movie on my iPad to fill up the space. It has to be a movie I’ve seen before otherwise I’m distracted.

I was a Sketch user for years but switched to Figma in 2019.  

I’m tempted to go back. What are the main reasons to go back?

Anyone have tips on maintaining motivation for working on side projects?

If you need a designer on your team without a contract or hire, I'm here for you! I just wrapped up with a happy client and I'm looking for my next adventure  😊 

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I’m doing my best to understand AI and how to use it for work but occasionally I have anxiety thinking about how some of my core skills (website and app design) are being democratized. Lowering the barrier for new comers is always good but maybe my insecurities are kicking in.

Why do sites like @campsite @read_cv, @layers_to and @joinbento feel like “little mini sites”? They’re obviously not yet they feel delightfully miniature, cozy and friendly. What is it about these sites that convey this feeling? 

Am I the only one?

Posts on desktop is very, very nice. I feel it's a more natural medium for posting design work than the mobile app.

This cta hover gets me every time! lol 
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Happy Father’s Day! It’s my first and grateful for my son!

Anyone need help with a design project? Hit me up! 

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Landing page for new business idea; take 32 aaann dddd ACTION!

I'm excited to launch Minute Design! https://minute.design

(Feedback welcomed  😊 )

Something about this color palette that inspires me

I need an app icon designer for our startup. We're launching soon and we could use a beautiful icon that gives people a great first impression! DM me if you're available.

Any movie recommendations with similar vibes to The Social Network? Looking for movies that give me a little boost of motivation to build something.

Hey everyone, I’m offering a free 30-min Live Design session! Need help with an app, landing page, or a quick Figma lesson? Book a session with me for free—no catch, no fee!

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Tomorrow is a fresh start to the week. Mondays are like mini-new years. Set the tone for the week by having an intentional great Monday!

Subscription based design is becoming a thing. Charge one price for unlimited designs. How do you feel about this?

So after asking here what people think about design subscriptions, I decided to give it a shot. I have nothing to lose but time (since I don't have much work at the moment 🥲 ). Let's see what happens 🤞🏼

Good read and helped me with my AI anxieties. 

https://www.joshwcomeau.com/blog/the-end-of-frontend-development/

It's Friday but I have Monday energy. I want to get started on new projects.

Anyone know if the Config app was a white-label conference app or was it a custom in-house app?

Hey everyone, I’m working on a design subscription website. It’s still WIP but I need help with improving the design. I’m too close to the painting that I can’t see the whole thing. I appreciate any feedback! 

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Everyone getting excited for Threads is exciting but it feels like trading one bloated platform for another. Posts remains focused and simple.

I wish @culturedcode was more active in the design space. I don’t know anyone from that team. I don’t know anything about the company. Only Apple is more secretive.

Anyone have a spare Blue Sky invite code?

Threads feels like Blue Sky at the moment. Information is not organized or discoverable.

Every WWDC I get the intense urge to dive into SwiftUI so I can be a part of the developer club. 

As a designer with limited coding skills, I’m looking for a way to get into SwiftUI, specifically for prototyping. Any good resources out there?

We have the best jobs as designers  Totally biased but feeling blessed to be a designer

"Don't ever, for any reason, do anything to anyone, for any reason, no matter what, no matter where, or who you are with, or or where you are going, or where you've been, ever, for any reason, whatsoever. - Michael Scott" 
- Alex

It’s one of those days where I have the entire day to design and I feel blocked. 

Of course as soon as my calendar fills up with meetings, motivation strikes!

Hey everyone, I’m looking for a new contract. I’m good at product design and design systems. I’ve worked in fintech/crypto but I’d love to work on B2C apps. 
I adapt to your team and fill in gaps. I’m pretty funny and easy-going. I can start asap  😊
https://www.alexnicolai.com

Anybody have a Figma template for dev hand off? I need to revamp my file and make it more organized.

Finally got a Family code. App looks solid so far

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Anyone have tips or workflows for communicating/prototyping mobile interactions and animations to your dev team?

My 15min timer for small tasks like emails and task planning. 

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Anyone have a good strategy on scaling assets for different mobile screen sizes? 

I’m working on a membership card asset with dynamic data and a shape. I’m assuming the card and shape would scale up in size but the font size remain the same?

Who's going to config this year? 

I can count this trip as a business trip right? 😎

Freelancers, how do you handle client payment fees? Do you charge tax? Do you pass the fees to your clients?