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A galactic playlist for every Jedi, Sith, and Star Wars fan in between May the Fourth be with you! In honor of one of the greatest franchises of all time, this week’s playlist celebrates all things Star Wars—from epic soundtrack covers to songs that give a playful nod to the galaxy far, far away. Here…
5 insights UX hiring managers look for when reviewing portfolios — and how to spot great thinkers, not just pretty mockups If you’ve ever wondered how to evaluate UX portfolios, you’re not alone. Design portfolios are like first dates. Some are polished, some are awkward, and a few leave you wondering how they got this…
Deceptive patterns intentionally mislead you Deceptive patterns are experiences that are designed to trick you into doing things you typically wouldn’t want to do. These are often carefully created user interface elements that aim to deceive the user. Harry Brignull was the first UX specialist to coin the term “dark patterns” to describe these deceptive…
Discover how jazz can inspire creativity and collaboration in your team As National Jazz Day approaches, we’re celebrating the timeless artistry of jazz and its potential to energize your brainstorming sessions. For product leaders, finding the right environment for creativity is essential, and jazz—with its improvisational style, unexpected rhythms, and dynamic range—provides the perfect soundtrack…
A playlist celebrating the many musical Bens who bring the groove This week, we’re celebrating a beloved member of our team—the one and only Standard Beagle, Bennie—and honoring some of the most popular artists who inspire teams everywhere, especially those named Ben! From soulful rock to indie gems, this playlist is dedicated to musical Bens…
Just as sports teams use pump-up tracks to energize before a big game, a high-energy work environment can benefit from music that brings the same level of intensity, focus, and excitement.
In honor of National Siblings Day, this week’s playlist celebrates the family ties that have shaped music history.
A playlist celebrating the heart and soul of Austin’s music scene This week’s “Tunes from the Team” celebrates one of the greatest sources of creative energy: Austin’s music scene. Known as the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin is home to an impressive array of musical talent, from legendary rock icons to innovative newcomers….
In celebration of International Women’s Month, this playlist highlights powerful female artists and bands who continue to inspire us.
This week, we’re turning up the heat in celebration of one of our favorite taco spots, Torchy’s Tacos, and their new Torchy’s Family Foundation website.
This week’s playlist is all about the one thing we can all agree on—food! Like the perfect meal, this mix brings together a balance of flavors from every genre, including ’80s punk, rockabilly, hip hop, classic rock, and more.
An inside look at UX in the gaming industry UX in ATX hosted a panel of UX designers currently working in the gaming industry to discuss the unique aspects of UX in this industry. Panelists Watch the UX in ATX meetup recording How to position yourself to move into game UX Using your network and…
Joy captures the overall aesthetic of the new look and feel for Standard Beagle We are rolling out a brand new look and feel for Standard Beagle this week, complete with a new website. Our team has been working on this for most of 2020, and we’re thrilled we’re able to roll it out before…
When we redesigned our website in 2019, the animated beagle that had originally been featured on our home page was removed and archived. It was created by Bren Wilson, a talented character animator and friend of the Brummers.
In August of 2020, the Austin based meetup group, UX in ATX hosted a paneled discussion with women designers. The topic was, ‘Challenges Women Face in Design.’ Read more to review key discussion points from the meetup.
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