CategorySass

October 5, 2022 — We can use the clamp() method today because of the great browser support. In this article, Brecht De Ruyte explains how it can be a beautiful addition to your upcoming project or as an upgrade to a previous one. Read more…

June 28, 2022 — In this episode, we ask if Sass is still relevant in 2022 and if it adds any value modern CSS workflows. Vitaly talks to expert Stephanie Eckles to find out. Read more…

August 9, 2019 — Do you know the impact unused CSS has on performance? Spoiler: It’s a lot! In this article, we’ll explore a Sass-oriented solution for dealing with unused CSS, avoiding the need for complicated Node.js dependencies involving headless browsers, and DOM emulation. Read more…

May 15, 2017 — In this article, we are going to examine how to create scalable, fluid typography across multiple breakpoints and predefined font sizes using well-supported browser features and some basic algebra. The best part is that you can automate it all by using Sass. Read more…

January 13, 2016 — Variables are the core reference for SASS Projects. Badly architected preprocessor code is much harder to debug and maintain than a large CSS file created with basic structure and common sense. Read more…

December 14, 2015 — Flexbox has become one of the most popular tools for creating website layouts. Susy is another layout tool that has gained popularity with the Sass community over the last few years. Read more…

September 14, 2015 — In this article, Heydon Pickering mixes old with new, taking a somewhat primitive art and breathing new life into it. With the help of Sass, he streamlines the necessary workflow and hopefully demonstrating that automation can, sometimes, be a friend to creativity. Read more…

July 20, 2015 — This article provides a small taste of what is possible with a Sass-based grid framework named “Susy”. Once you’ve spent a little time getting the hang of it, you’ll see how easy and fast it is to create simple or complex layouts without a huge amount of code. Read more…

June 12, 2014 — Z-index is an inherently tricky thing, and maintaining z-index order in a complex layout is notoriously difficult. With different stacking orders and contexts, keeping track of them as their numbers increase can be hard — and once they start to spread across CSS files, forget about it! Because z-index can make or break a UI element’s visibility and usability, keeping your website’s UI in working order can be a delicate balance. Read more…

August 2, 2013 — As front-end developers and designers, we’re constantly refining two interfaces simultaneously: one for visitors who load the website, the other for developers who have to tackle the code in the future, when adjustments or full-scale redesigns must be made. Read more…