by Gene Crawford | May 23, 2025
If you’ve ever stared down a blank Figma file while building a new design system, never fear: These new features and plugins will turn that mountain of work into an afternoon task.
by Gene Crawford | May 21, 2025
Fonts do more than convey words—they tell stories, trigger emotions, and help shape how people perceive a brand.
by Gene Crawford | May 19, 2025
A tactical guide to collaborating with your developer counterparts, including common pitfalls, practical tips, and guidance on when to lean in.
by Gene Crawford | Apr 15, 2025
Computers used to be physical beasts. We programmed them by punching cards, plugging in wires, and flipping switches. Programmers walked among banks of switches and cables, physically choreographing their logic. Being on a computer used to be a full-body...
by Gene Crawford | Mar 31, 2025
We worked on our first startup idea for over a year and completely failed. We never got real users. So a few months ago, we decided to pivot to Vigilant. When we did that, we had to build a new product from scratch. Restarting was humbling and depressing.