The Essentials of Typography
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From Accidental Teacher to Instructional Design Student: My Journey of Doing It Wrong
Hey there, fellow trainers and educators! Grab a cup of coffee and settle in, because I’ve got a story to tell you about how I accidentally became a teacher and learned the hard way that I was doing training all wrong. It’s a tale of jet-setting, software demos, and face-palm moments that’ll make you laugh,
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Why Preflighting Has Let Us Down in the Label World
After nearly 20 years of setting up prepress software for hundreds of companies, I’ve seen it all. Everyone in the business dreams of that magical preflight solution that’ll make customers send perfect files. Hate to break it to you, but it doesn’t exist. And if some smooth-talking salesperson tells you otherwise, they’re pulling your leg.
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TL;DW: — Too Long, Didn’t Watch
Why Micro Learnings Are the Answer for Adult Learners Let’s chat about why micro learning is best the way to go for adult learners trying to learn new information. Trust me, it’s a game-changer! What’s the Problem? Okay, so picture this: You’re at work, and suddenly you need to figure out how to do something
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Upgrading My Screencasting Toolkit: Moving from ScreenFlow to Camtasia.
Industry ThoughtsIn the ever-evolving world of instructional design and video creation, staying up to date with the latest tools is crucial. For many Mac users, Telestream’s ScreenFlow has been a go-to solution for years. However, as the instructional design industry landscape matures, TechSmith’s Camtasia seems to always in job postings for jobs in the corporate
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Is the Affinity Suite Ready for Prepress?
The Affinity Suite, a trio of design applications developed by Serif, has garnered significant attention as a potential alternative to the industry-standard Adobe Creative Cloud. With Affinity Photo mirroring Photoshop, Affinity Designer rivaling Illustrator, and Affinity Publisher standing in for InDesign, the suite covers the essential tools for designers. But the pivotal question remains: Is
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Discovery Workshops: Unveiling the Path to Prepress Optimization
In the fast-paced world of prepress, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. Yet, many companies struggle with outdated workflows, manual processes, and disjointed systems. Enter discovery workshops, a strategic approach to assessing current prepress operations and uncovering opportunities for improvement. This article delves into the world of discovery workshops, their significance in optimizing prepress solutions like
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Are SaaS Solutions Always The Best Fit For Prepress?
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions have become ubiquitous across various industries. The prepress sector, a critical component of the printing and publishing workflow, is no exception to this trend. SaaS prepress solutions promise flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, making them an attractive proposition for businesses of all sizes. However, the question remains:
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APIs: The Secret Sauce Behind Streamlined Prepress Workflows
Ever wondered how different software applications seamlessly communicate with each other, exchanging data and automating tasks without human intervention? The answer lies in Application Programming Interfaces, or APIs. In simple terms, an API is a set of rules and specifications that allows one software application to talk to another, much like a universal language that
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E-Learning vs. In-Person Training: Finding the Balance in Prepress Software Education
The world of prepress software, a critical component of the printing and publishing industry, is constantly evolving. As technology advances, the methods of learning and mastering these complex tools have also diversified. E-learning platforms have risen in prominence, offering flexibility and accessibility for individuals seeking to develop their prepress skills. However, the effectiveness of e-learning
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