Devign

Devign episodes:

• 06.13.2021

  Devign - Failure & Success - S04E08

  Tom explores what it actually means to have a successful project, and how there are different ways to define this. Nick runs through some of his biggest project failures and the learnings from them. Could they have been avoided?

  
• 06.06.2021

  Devign - Self Taught - S04E07

  Tom and Nick chat about the different modes of learning. Tom has been through a wide gamut of modes from a university degree all the way to free online short courses. Is a degree needed or preferred in the development...

  
• 05.30.2021

  Devign - Day in the Life of a Potate - Tom - S04E06

  Tom explains how as he has developed his business there is less time doing, and more time thinking. Trying to discouple the idea that your value is your output. Tom tries to answer the question “should I work for myself”...

  
• 05.23.2021

  Devign - Day in the Life of a Potate - Nick - S04E05

  Nick runs through what an average day looks like for him and how it has evolved over time. But is there even such a thing as an average day anymore? He currently lives in a van while traveling around Australia...

  
• 05.16.2021

  Devign - Responsiveness - S04E04

  Is it best practise to develop websites mobile first? Should we always design websites mobile first? What does mobile first actually mean anyway? We come back to one of the founding ideas of devign - the more we learn about each...

  
• 05.09.2021

  Devign - Accessibility - S04E03

  How can we create websites that are more inclusive with limited resources? What is step one if I am just starting to become aware of the need for website accessibility? We can begin by understanding our biases and putting ourselves...

  
• 05.02.2021

  Devign - Interactions - S04E02

  Today, Nick and Tom discuss what makes for a seamless microinteraction and playfully poke fun at which effects can inhibit user experience. Sometimes interactions are fun and lure us in, but other times they are annoying and drive us away. Join...

  
• 04.25.2021

  Devign - Wireframes - S04E01

  How useful is wireframing for building websites? Some argue it has become entirely redundant. Prototyping tools like figma have helped to reduce the barriers for designing experiences which are closer to the end product. But are wireframes a necessary evil for...

  
• 12.21.2020

  Devign - How to Market your Professional Expertise - S03E04

  Recorded pre-COVID. Niche. Niche, niche, niche. Did we say niche? Devign’s first European podcast episode brings Brent into the fold to talk about the differences between marketing a product, yourself as a service provider and yourself as an expert. Positioning...

  
• 12.13.2020

  Devign - Social Media Strategy - S03E03

  Recorded pre-COVID. Make Them Talk founder Teri joins us this week to discuss social media strategy. When anyone with a device is posting on social media, how do you produce creative content with a strategic intent? How do you use data...

  
• 12.06.2020

  Devign - The Power of Words - S03E02

  Recorded pre-COVID. Shining light on the importance of words, we jump into Marion’s mind. How do you tailor copy, and a brand, to the end customer instead of yourself? The industry is changing to a more conversational tone and a...

  
• 11.29.2020

  Devign - Working in a Studio - S03E01

  Kicking off season 3, recorded pre-COVID, we chat with George from Pie Creative about our experiences working in agencies. George stresses the importance of getting comfortable with presenting your ideas and work and being open to criticism - it will...

  
• 11.03.2019

  Devign - Roles In Development - S02E10

  This week we catch up with Samuel Gregory to discuss the types of roles that exist in web development. Sam runs a brand strategy and design studio called Jupiter And The Giraffe, currently based in Bali. Sam and Nick distinguish...

  
• 10.27.2019

  Devign - Pricing - S02E09

  This week we discuss pricing with Corey Dodd, founder and operator of boutique graphic design studio Elk Creative. So how much should you charge for a logo? Or for a website? What if a client doesn’t have the budget available?...

  
• 10.20.2019

  Devign - Goal Setting - S02E08

  This week we are joined by Andrew Kerton, co-founder of Lynx Digital and Nick’s business partner to discuss goal setting. What are some great goal setting techniques? What are some approaches to avoid? Should we set goals at all?

  
• 10.13.2019

  Devign - Where Does Inspiration Come From - S02E07

  This week we are joined by our friend Sharnee Taylor, a Melbourne based Illustrator. Some of Sharnee’s best ideas hit just before falling asleep. It’s fascinating - often when we switch off from a particular project, the best ideas start...

  
• 10.06.2019

  Devign - Taking A Product to Market - S02E06

  When is the right time to launch a business idea? Is there a danger in saying yes to something we haven’t done before? Where can I find a community of like minded people? On this episode we talk with John...

  
• 09.29.2019

  Devign - Content Strategy - S02E05

  How do we identify our niche and communicate that in a memorable and relevant way? What should a content strategy consider in 2019? How do we balance writing for humans and robots? This week we discuss content strategy with Scott Williams...

  
• 09.22.2019

  Devign - Do I Need A Website - S02E04

  “I need a website”. We often hear this at the beginning of a conversation with a potential client. But blindly accepting this diagnosis can lead to problems. We explore how to effectively diagnose business problems, by asking the right questions...

  
• 09.15.2019

  Devign - Pivoting Into The Industry - S02E03

  How do I enter a new industry? How do I build a bridge between where I am now and where I want to be? On this episode we catch up with Alex Eyre, IT service delivery manager and developer in...

  
• 09.08.2019

  Devign - User Experience - S02E02

  This week we launch into the galaxy of User Experience design. Why begin with the challenges of the end user? How can this help achieve business goals? In order to create a meaningful experience, it’s critical to understand the person...

  
• 09.01.2019

  Devign - F##kups - S02E01

  This week we lean in to our fears. We shine a light on one of the scariest subjects - F##kups. We all make them, they are a natural part of being human. But what do you do when the poo poo...

  
• 08.25.2019

  Devign - Information Architecture - S01E10

  This week we take a look at the bones of a website, Information architecture. In the final episode for season one, we give tips on how to set up a framework that maintains continuity throughout your site. We take into...

  
• 08.18.2019

  Devign - Layout - S01E09

  We focus much of this week's episode around using grid systems as an aid when designing for the web. We discuss the use of CSS grid and Flexbox when creating layouts taking into account how each can be used to...

  
• 08.11.2019

  Devign - Spacing And Animation - S01E08

  Space: the final frontier. These are the musings of the podcast, Devign. It’s 45-minute mission: to explore strange new grid-systems. To seek out new techniques and new tools. To boldly code where no semantically linked elements have been coded before!

  
• 08.04.2019

  Devign - Things I Wish I Knew - S01E07

  Need guidance on managing client relationships? Unsure what to charge for your work? Want to improve your process? Then this is the episode for you. Full to the brim with insights, we discuss what we wish we knew starting out in...

  
• 07.28.2019

  Devign - Task Management - S01E06

  Nick highlights the benefits in both operations, and in mindset, that can be gained from using a task management system. Timelines, calendar usage, and efficiency metrics are all discussed, taking into account the balance between urgency and achievability. Throughout the episode,...

  
• 07.21.2019

  Devign - Color - S01E05

  This week we discuss what role colour plays within the ecosystem of branding. Nick explores additive vs subtractive color, while Tom stresses the benefits of going beyond colour generators. In all cases we observe that it is the context in which...

  
• 07.14.2019

  Devign - Origin Stories - S01E04

  This week we reflect, looking at the roads that led us to where we are today. We explore themes of patience, persistence, and working on live projects. Special attention is paid to the relationships between mentors and mentees. How important are...

  
• 06.27.2019

  Devign - CMSs - S01E03

  We assess the current CMS landscape noting that: 1. Template based solutions tend to be cheaper but more limiting. 2. Custom solutions are more expensive but have the ability to solve more complex problems. Tom emphasises establishing the clients budget up...

  
• 06.27.2019

  Devign - Typography - S01E02

  Tom dives into the dark art of letter spacing and the importance of trusting your eyes over taking a mathematical approach. Through this we learn to appreciate the subtle dance between positive and negative space. Nick describes the relationship developers must...

  
• 06.27.2019

  Devign - Misconceptions - S01E01

  In this episode we explore common myths surrounding design and development. Nick gives insights on how to avoid drowning in the deep end when first exploring the world of development. And we analyse how developers who flirt with design gain considerable advantage...