Smashing Magazine is an online magazine and blog dedicated to all things design. The frequently updated site covers everything from lists of inspirational design to HTML tutorials.
Articles
At the heart of Smashing Magazine are the articles, which are generally posted at least once a day. The simple navigation of the Smashing website divides the articles into nine categories: graphics, design showcases, inspiration, fonts, how-to, CSS, developer’s toolbox, freebies and tutorials. The articles are often lists of even more articles from around the web, so Smashing Mag does a lot of the research for you. These can be anything from “50 3D Illustrator Tutorials” to “20 Talented and Impressive Illustrators.” Following Smashing Mag is often a great way to see what others are doing and get inspired for your own work. There are also often great business tips, such as how to choose a domain name or advice on blogging, as well as free fonts and graphics that you can incorporate into your own design work.
Job Postings
In addition to the articles, Smashing Mag has its own job-posting site, focused on design and web development. Jobs can easily be searched by full time or freelance, and by design or development, making the site a nice alternative to other job sites flooded with postings for all industries.
Forums
Rounding out Smashing Magazine are their forums. The forums cover a variety of topics from typography to Blogging Software, making them a great place for anyone interested in design and web technologies.