How Not To Suck At Design by Kelly Claus at NoCode UK

Join Kelly Claus, an experienced Bubble developer and designer, as she shares her expert tips on enhancing your design skills, even if you feel like you're not naturally creative. Kelly breaks down the fundamentals of design, showing you that it's all about understanding and applying key principles rather than innate creativity. This talk is a must-watch for developers, indie hackers, and anyone eager to improve their design capabilities in app and web development.

In this session, Kelly covers:

The basics of design and why it matters in product development
A detailed analysis and makeover of a real app design
Practical advice to avoid common design pitfalls
Effective techniques for grouping, prioritizing, and spacing elements
The importance of simplicity and consistency in design
Real-world examples and actionable insights


Key Highlights:

0:05 - Introduction and common sentiment about design among Bubble developers
0:48 - Importance of design in product development
1:01 - Design is not magic: Follow the rules
1:17 - Starting from the end: Analyzing an existing design
1:40 - Case study: Kicky, an app for visual artists
3:03 - Purpose of the page: Selling art, knowing the artist, viewing more art
3:42 - Identifying what's not working: Visual clutter, wonky spacing, over styling, inconsistency
5:01 - Principles to follow: Grouping, prioritizing, and intentional spacing
5:25 - Gestalt principle of proximity and its application
7:00 - Creating visual hierarchy through size and weight
9:00 - Over styling pitfalls: Typography, color, hover effects
11:07 - Reducing distraction and improving focus on key elements
13:37 - Best practices: Grouping, prioritizing, and consistent spacing
17:20 - Practical tips: Simplifying design, using single color, consistent typography
24:11 - Real-world examples of effective design
27:22 - Importance of following design rules and avoiding personal preferences
28:25 - Creating design rules and applying them consistently
29:37 - Encouraging improvement and practical exercises
30:12 - Q&A session: Sales impact, starting from a blank page, client management, and favorite design heroes

About Kelly Claus:

Kelly Claus is a skilled Bubble developer and designer with extensive experience in the no-code community. Known for her practical approach to design, Kelly focuses on making design accessible and straightforward for developers and entrepreneurs. Connect with her on Twitter and LinkedIn to learn more about her work and insights.

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  / kellyclaus  

About NoCode UK:

NoCode UK is the UK's first NoCode and AI conference, bringing together visionaries, builders, and enthusiasts to explore the potential of NoCode and AI. The event features talks from industry experts, panel discussions and a hackathon. With tracks focused on AI & Tech, Founders, and Creators, NoCode UK offers deep insights and actionable advice from industry experts.

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