Design Behind The Mask

That one “crazy” developer…

by Carl Waldron | Nov 25, 2025

There is always that one radical developer who claims they can fix your tech debt. Why doesn’t anyone ever listen to them?

Design for the end-user, not the stakeholder.

Remember who the product is for, and make the best UX decisions for them.

Milton Glaser’s DC Bullet logo returns, which begs the question, why has DC swapped logos so much lately?

There is a Star Wars hero that silently moves the universe forward at every turn. Your loving guide to the franchise, ITC Serif Gothic.

I see TT Supermolot everywhere. WWE, Marvel, my projects. It has a very distinct look and feel. Perfect for superheroes.

We are officially five years after Avengers: Endgame and the Marvel Cinematic Universe landscape is as bleak as the post-snap world.

Teen Titans Go! Zimdings turns terrible fonts into superheroes. Talk about a love letter to designers and typographers. I felt seen.

Evil Karate masters are a staple in pop culture! Especially in the 80s. Here are 8 treacherous karate villains worthy of your hate.

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