Tips & inspiration

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Pablo Sánchez’s 7 rules for designing the unexpected

Pablo Sánchez

The designer of Ableton’s Note app shares unconventional principles for creating unforgettable digital experiences.

Maker Stories Design UI/UX

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Why devs should play an active role in design

Nicholas Villapiano

Advocating for Dev Mode changed my team’s workflow. Here’s how you can do the same.

Working Well Engineering Collaboration

8 ways to craft an unforgettable Config talk

Carly Ayres

Where do inspirational people find inspiration? Our Config speakers share their favorite talks from 2024, offering up a blueprint for crafting sessions that truly stand out.

Insights Config Events

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Breaking in: A guide to landing your first product design role

Cai Charniga

Curious about early career opportunities at Figma? Here are some tips on how to get your first product design job, along with insights on what we look for.

Inside Figma Career & education Tips & inspiration

A year with Dev Mode: 10 lessons from an engineering manager

Laurent Thiebault

After integrating Dev Mode into our design system workflow, I’ve gathered several insights to help teams navigate this powerful tool. Here are my top takeaways.

Working Well Design systems Engineering

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The three Cs of Figma: A beginner’s guide to success

Mallory Dean

I spend a lot of my time helping others learn the basics of Figma. Here’s how I approached it, what I would do differently now, and the framework you can use to get started today.

Working Well Design Culture

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Can we reach beyond the echo chamber?

Jenny Xie

Two creatives behind the browser that’s breaking the internet discuss what Zadie Smith, A24, and sunspots have to do with building a product.

Insights AI Profiles & interviews

An illustrated portrait of Charmaine Lee shows a smiling woman with long hair and glasses

Charmaine Lee’s 10 rules for building developer tools that feel like magic

Charmaine Lee

As a product manager working on Snapchat’s Lens Studio for AR developers, Charmaine knows what it takes to delight creators.

Maker Stories Product management Engineering

23 prototyping resources to bookmark right now

Ana Boyer

A powerful tool at every stage of product development, prototyping can take many different forms. These resources will help you level up your process, whether you’re new to prototyping or ready to dive deeper.

Working Well Prototyping Tips & inspiration

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An insider’s guide to a seamless Figma migration

Clara Ujiie

Migration isn’t simply about switching tools—it’s about embracing new ways of working. In this guide, Designer Advocate Clara Ujiie walks through each stage, offering insights and practical tips to make your transition to Figma smooth and successful.

Working Well Operations Tips & inspiration