PinnedBen MaclareninUX CollectiveWhere does the checkerboard transparency grid come from?Solar cells, photoshop and cuttlefish·9 min read·Oct 26, 2023----
PinnedBen MaclareninBootcampGrowing Design System DocumentationAfter you’ve finished making your components for your design system you’ll inevitably be faced with the next piece of the puzzle. How to…7 min read·Nov 25, 2022--3--3
PinnedBen MaclareninUX CollectiveUsing Figma’s new Sections featureWe now have access to the same sections feature that has long been available in FigJam. (As of 10/22) This represents a much needed…7 min read·Mar 3, 2023--10--10
Ben MaclareninUX CollectiveThe complete guide to atomic documentation for design systemsThe core questions every component & pattern must answer·8 min read·May 6, 2024--1--1
Ben MaclarenSupporting a Autism Diagnosis with an Autism AuditUsing an autism audit can immensely help aid diagnosis and uncover deeper insights.·8 min read·Jan 10, 2024--1--1
Ben MaclareninUX CollectiveWhy your design critique suckedWhat went wrong, what makes a great critique and alternatives.·6 min read·Jul 25, 2023--2--2
Ben MaclareninUX CollectiveGetting borders right between Figma and CSSWhen border corners look different but the pixels don’t lie.·3 min read·May 22, 2023----
Ben MaclarenThe House of OleNautical dreams, grinding beans and a warm fire3 min read·Apr 29, 2023----
Ben Maclaren23 Actionable Ways to Appreciate Members in your Digital CommunityMake members feel valued and create a loud & loving community.3 min read·Jan 23, 2023----
Ben MaclarenThe Complete Guide to Figma BranchingUse Branching for a cleaner and smoother design process.5 min read·Oct 1, 2022--2--2