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Y Combinator Cast

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

The feature grid design, often referred to as a bento box design, effectively presents major features in interlocking rectangles with titles, descriptions, and illustrations.

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Critiquing Software Startup Websites with CEO of Glide

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Critiquing Software Startup Websites with CEO of Glide

12/08/23

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

In layout design, prioritize using padding and margin effectively before resorting to lines or boxes, which can clutter the interface.

Pete Koomen

10/27/23

@ Y Combinator

When presenting a product, zooming in on specific features can help users focus and understand better, rather than overwhelming them with small text and details.

Raphael Schaad

03/28/25

@ Y Combinator

Reading design books can provide deep knowledge; classics like 'Grid Systems' and 'The Elements of Typographic Style' are highly recommended.

Y Combinator Cast

02/28/25

@ Y Combinator

By turning examples into buttons, AnswerGrid allows users to quickly fill out prompts, which helps overcome the challenge of staring at a blank canvas.

Y Combinator Cast

02/28/25

@ Y Combinator

AnswerGrid provides answers at scale and enhances user experience by offering suggestions in a free-form text box, making it easier to generate prompts for the AI engine.

Bob Baxley

06/12/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Design is clear thinking made visible; it's a holistic mindset that goes beyond just visual expression.

Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Using the 'squint test' can help you assess if the most important elements of your design stand out clearly to users.

Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

White space is a powerful tool in design; it can help direct user attention and clarify the layout without overwhelming the interface.

Bob Baxley

06/12/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Design is clear thinking made visible, and there's nothing worse than a brilliant image of a fuzzy concept.