Pro Print Tips for Developers: RGB vs CMYK, Illustrator vs Indesign, and more!

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04/02/19 • 55 min

Print's not dead! On this episode, we talk about why color looks different on screen and on paper, how best to handle a document for print, tips on handling fonts, and the difference between Adobe Illustrator and Indesign.

If you're a developer, being able to order print can help you deepen existing client partnerships and land new projects. If you're new to print design, we've got some helpful hints on how to navigate the jargon-filled world of print.

Questions? Email us

[email protected]

Tweet us @lovelettersco or @mistertrost

For more episodes + show notes, visit

overlappodcast.com

Resources:

Online print vendors: smartpress.com + stationeryhq.com

Local Philadelphia Printers: http://www.expresswayprinting.com/ + https://perfectcommunications.com/

Online InDesign classes: @paperandoats

Questions? Email us

[email protected]

Tweet us @lovelettersco or @mistertrost

For more episodes + show notes, visit

overlappodcast.com

Resources:

Online print vendors: smartpress.com + stationeryhq.com

Local Philadelphia Printers: http://www.expresswayprinting.com/ + https://perfectcommunications.com/

Online InDesign classes: @paperandoats

Previous Episode

Pricing Structures, or "How much should I charge for design/development?"

Have you ever wondered what to charge a client for design or development work? On our first episode, we discuss different pricing structures, why it's important not to undermine others in the creative industry, and how to articulate the value of design to your clients.
Questions?
Email us [email protected]
Tweet us @lovelettersco or @mistertrost
For more episodes + show notes, visit overlappodcast.com
Resources:
https://careerfoundry.com/en/blog/career-change/pricing-freelancer/

The Designer's Guide to Marketing and Pricing https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007S2UQAW/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

Freelance Design in Practice https://www.amazon.com/Freelance-Design-Practice-Cathy-Fishel/dp/1600613020/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=freelance+design+in+practice&qid=1552959045&s=digital-text&sr=8-1

Elle's accounting app: www.waveapps.com

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React: Make Excellent Apps and Websites in JavaScript

Show Notes

On this episode Alex teaches Elle about the JavaScript library React. Developers use React to create apps and websites, and it’s great for designers to be familiar with. We introduce the big concepts of React along with its purpose and guiding principles. We talk about how easy it is to pick up, and give you some great places to go next to learn React.

What is React
You tell React what you want to show on the UI and React figures out the fastest way to achieve it
React is Super Fast
React can be whole site or one part
JSX
Components
- Sections of reusable code
- Either a piece of the UI, a piece that adds functionality, or both
- Less code written, easier to maintain
- When to create a component
- Nesting Components
Props and State (Data)
Event Handling
Routing
Lifecycle Methods
Setup Options
How To Learn
React Native (Mobile)
Who uses React?
- Facebook
- Instagram
- Netflix
- Reddit
- New York Times
- Khan Academy
- Dropbox
- AirBnB
- Trello
- Fiverr
- Asana
- ATrost.com (Shameless Plug)
- And many more