Part 3 of the UI/UX Playbook: UI tactics — Nielsen’s 10 usability heuristics, accessibility design, the 12-column grid system, mobile-first responsive design, the fat-finger touch-target rules (9mm/34px), and the atomic design system methodology.
The best UI design tools for 2026 — core design platforms (Figma, Sketch, Penpot, Framer), design system kits, AI-native and design-to-code tools, and specialised accessibility tools. What each does best, realistic pricing, and how to choose your toolkit.
What does a UI designer actually do all day? A realistic hour-by-hour walkthrough of a typical workday — from design system work and visual craft to component design, design QA with engineering, and handoff preparation.
