log(y) #44 - Default Apps; Analytics
For most of you, macOS default apps may be sufficient; There are many options to analyze your website.
Hello readers,
I trust this message finds you well.
My sincere apologies for the slight delay – life, as we know, has its own agenda.
Without further ado, let's jump right into this week's newsletter.
I've got some interesting tidbits and updates to share, so let's get to it!
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On macOS, it’s best to start with the default. For most people, they can get by with Apple default apps, but if you are a superuser, I am sure you use third-party apps.
We moved from Help Scout to FreeScout. Open-source software saves you a lot of money, as long as you have the technical ability to set it up.
Using analytics on my website. There are many ways to track your site analytics: you can go server-side or client-side. I am not familiar with the server-side. Regarding client-side analytics, I have tried several options and made a brief comparison.
We switched from ActiveCampaign to FluentCRM (and it wasn’t that scary 👻). I know both products but have never experienced them in depth. This gives me a good understanding of how to take full advantage of using CRM.
Does Web Design Matter? A deeper question of life from someone who has actually been doing the work for a long time.
Discovery
Calligrapher AI. This site will generate handwriting for you instantly.
endoflife.date. This site collects and presents a list of most apps, hardware, and services along with their support and lifecycle information.
Design System Database. A database of design systems from top-tier tech companies.
Front Tips. Collection of video tips and tricks to learn frontend development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, libraries, and tools.
BrandGuide. Curated brand guidelines from well-designed company brands.
Dune 3D. A free and open-source app to design 3D objects, available for Windows and Linux.
And that's a wrap for this week's edition!
Thank you so much for taking the time to read.
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Stay tuned for more exciting updates and engaging content in the next issue.
Until then, take care, and I look forward to catching up with you again next week!