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Dave Rino

@devirino.bsky.social
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Product Designer from 🇨🇦 building exceptional web and mobile experiences for over a decade daverino.com

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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Design studio LoveFrom has completed a rebrand for William Stout Architectural Books in San Francisco, including a custom typeface, logo and a suite of whimsical illustrations for decorating bookmarks and other paraphernalia. #rebrand #jonyive www.dezeen.com/2025/05/18/w...
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Jony Ive's LoveFrom updates visual identity for iconic architectural bookshop
Design studio LoveFrom has completed a rebrand for William Stout Architectural Books in San Francisco, including a custom typeface, logo and a suite of whimsical illustrations for decorating bookmarks...
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Android’s new design language. #Material #Android #Design www.theverge.com/news/664316/...
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Android’s youthful new design language just dropped
Get ready for “springy” animations.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
May the 4th be with you. #MayThe4th @starwarsunofficial.bsky.social
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Happy Easter and may the force be with you. #Easter2025
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Looking for inspiration? Try “Creative Confidence” by Tom & David Kelley. It’s packed with insights on building creativity. #ProductDesign #DesignBooks #Creativity www.amazon.com/Creative-Con...
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Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All
Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All [Kelley, Tom, Kelley, David] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
Feedback isn’t persona.Your team’s input will only make your designs stronger. #FeedbackCulture #ProductDesign #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Document everything. A solid design spec saves time and confusion for your devs. #DesignOps #UXCollaboration #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Over-communicate. Keep stakeholders updated throughout the design process to avoid surprises. #UXTeams #Collaboration #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Stay sharp with Figma plugins. Check out Stark for accessibility checks. It’s a lifesaver! #UXDesign #AccessibilityTools #accessibility #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
You should document everything as a designer. A solid design spec saves time and confusion for your devs. #DesignOps #UXCollaboration #DesignDocumentation #ProductDesign designstrategy.guide/design-docum...
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Design documentation process: Why is it important?
I’ll show you why design documentation is so important. I’ll share my process so that you can easily keep track of all of the important information during your own project.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Cross-functional teams FTW. Designers, PMs, and devs working together create magic. Align early, align often. #UXTeams #Collaboration #ProductDesign #ProductManagers
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Great question
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Agile design. Work in sprints, test often, and pivot as needed. Collaboration > perfection. #AgileUX #ProductDesign #Agile #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Expand your mind. Read “Sprint” by Jake Knapp to learn the Google Ventures 5-day problem-solving framework. #DesignThinking #UXBooks #DesignSprints #GoogleVentures #Google www.thesprintbook.com
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The Sprint Book
The Design Sprint is how smart teams start big projects. Invented at Google by Jake Knapp and perfected with more than 150 startups at GV. Join the movement today.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Start with the “Why”. Understand the problem before jumping to solutions. Lean on frameworks like JTBD for example. #DesignThinking #UXMethods #JTBD #UX #UXResearch #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Miro for workflows. Perfect for user journey mapping, brainstorming, and team collaboration. #DesignTools #ProductDesign miro.com
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Miro | The Innovation Workspace
Miro is the innovation workspace where teams manage projects, design products, and build the future together. Join 80M+ users from around the world.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Keep it organized. Figma’s auto-layout feature is a game-changer for scalable design systems. #FigmaTips #DesignTools #AutoLayout #Figma #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
FigJam is my jam. Perfect for brainstorming, wireframing, and team collaboration. What’s your favorite design tool? #DesignTools #UXDesign #FigJam #Design #ProductDesign www.figma.com/figjam/
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FigJam: The Online Collaborative Whiteboard for Teams
A visual collaborative whiteboard where teams can diagram, brainstorm, and organize ideas together.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
“Don’t Make Me Think” by Steve Krug is a must-read for every designer. What’s your go-to design book? #UXDesign #DesignBooks #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Follow up after an interview and send a thoughtful thank you email summarizing your interest and fit. It’s a simple touch. #UXInterviews #CareerTips
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
It might one day if we colonize Mars.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Tip: Leverage LinkedIn. Share your designs, write articles, and engage with industry leaders. Visibility is key. #DesignJobs #Networking #LinkedIn #Design #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Ask about culture. A great design job isn’t just about tools—it’s about collaboration. Ask how teams work during interviews. #UXCareers #DesignCulture #Design #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
I asked Grok 2 a question.
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Side projects = gold. Can’t find real-world experience? Build a project you’re passionate about! It shows initiative. #DesignCareers #PortfolioTips #Design #ProductDesign #SideProjects #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Case studies win. Employers want to know how you solved problems. Walk them through your design process. #ProductDesign #UXInterviews
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
Portfolio > Resume. Your portfolio tells your story. Showcase your thinking process, not just the final results. #DesignPortfolio #UXCareers
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Data + empathy. Numbers are important, but stories build understanding. Balance qualitative with quantitative research. #UXResearch #HumanCenteredDesign #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Test extremes. When user testing, include edge cases—your insights will multiply. #UserTesting #ProductDesign #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Prototype early. A quick prototype can validate ideas fast. Don’t wait for pixel perfection. #Prototyping #UXResearch #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Interview smartly: Open-ended questions unlock insights. Ask “why” and “how,” not just “what.” #UserResearch #UXDesign #ProductDiscovery #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Avoid assumptions. Your users will always surprise you. Watch how they use your product before making decisions. #UXResearch #UserTesting #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Default settings matter. Thoughtfully selected defaults reduce cognitive load and drive better user experiences. #UXBestPractices #DefaultDesign #ProductDesign #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
Account for failure. Users make mistakes. Design forgiving systems that allow recovery with minimal effort. #ErrorRecovery #UXDesign #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Be consistent with feedback loops: Notifications, tooltips, and badges should align with the user’s mental model. #FeedbackDesign #UXTips #UX #ProductDesign #MentalModels
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Reward good behaviour. A little confetti animation or congratulatory message can keep users engaged. #DelightfulUX #UserExperience #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Prioritize onboarding, A clear, intuitive onboarding experience sets the tone for user retention. #UXDesign #Onboarding #ProductDesign #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Iterate based on data. Use analytics and heatmaps to refine your design after launch. #DataDrivenDesign #UXTips #Analytics #UXResearch #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Test in the wild. A design that works in the lab might fail in real-world use. Observe your product in action. #UXResearch #FieldTesting #UX #ProductDesign #UXUI
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Whitespace is powerful. Don’t be afraid to leave space empty. It improves readability and focus. #UXDesign #VisualClarity #WhiteSpace #ProductDesign #UXUI
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Icons should speak to your users. Do you best to ensure every icon is universally understandable. Tooltips can help if they’re not. #UXPrinciples #VisualDesign #Icons #ProductDesign #Usability #UIUX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
Try to anticipate user needs. Predict what users might need next and provide shortcuts or suggestions. #ProactiveDesign #UserExperience #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
A solid design system keeps your product consistent, scalable, and developer-friendly. #DesignSystems #UIUX #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
Think global: Design for localization—date formats, currencies, and languages vary across regions. #GlobalUX #InclusiveDesign #UX #ProductDesign #Localization #Languages
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
Try to avoid dark patterns. Never trick users into actions they wouldn’t choose willingly. Build trust, not frustration. #UXEthics #ProductDesign #ProductDesign #UX #Trust #Design #UIUX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Try to utilize visual cues in your designs. Arrows, highlights, or animations can gently nudge users toward key actions. #UXPrinciples #DesignClarity #Usability #UX #ProductDesign
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Make decisions simple for users. Use defaults, pre-filled options, or recommendations to reduce decision fatigue. #UXTips #SimplifiedDesign #ProductDesign #Usability #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Remember to design for edge cases. Your product should perform well for every user, even in rare scenarios. #UXDesign #EdgeCases #ProductDesign #UX #UIUX #EdgeCase
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Design for multitasking. Users often switch tasks or apps. Save their progress or make resuming easy. #UXDesign #UserFlow #Usability #ProductDesign #UX
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Dave Rino @devirino.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
Error states equal opportunities. A well-designed error message can guide users back on track (and keep them happy). #ErrorDesign #UXTips #UX #Usability #ProductDesign
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