UI Dev Newsletter Issue #107

Character-based alignment

Matthias Zöchling discusses a CSS-based solution for aligning table cell data by the decimal point, even without native browser support.

My issues with shorthand properties

Håvard Brynjulfsen critiques shorthand properties in CSS, highlighting potential pitfalls and nuances.

The Pixel Canvas Shimmer Effect

Ryan Mulligan shares a customizable pixel canvas shimmer effect as a Web Component that can be used on any website.

Next-level frosted glass with backdrop-filter

Josh W. Comeau demonstrates advanced techniques to create stunning frosted glass effects using a backdrop filter.

Designing (and Evolving) a New Web Performance Score

Harry Roberts explains how to create and refine a scoring system to measure web performance effectively.

Foundations: types of disability

Demelza Feltham explains how different disability types impact inclusive design practices.

Checking under the hood of code

Jay Hoffmann examines the evolution of web debugging tools, from 'View Source' and JavaScript consoles to the transformative Firebug and Web Inspector.

The website manifesto

Nora Reed encourages readers to create their own personal websites to have more control over their online presence and relationship with technology.

kirby vs. this blog post

Kirby has floated onto the blog post, inhaling everything in the main content area.