
About Smashing Magazine
Smashing Magazine is an online publication for web designers and front-end developers. It covers CSS, JavaScript, accessibility, UX and design, with articles from many contributors.
What it does
Articles range from practical techniques to business and career topics. The site also keeps guides and resource pages, such as accessible front-end components, CSS generators and boilerplates. A weekly newsletter sends front-end and UX tips by email, and the magazine lists events and books.
Key features
- Long-form articles on front-end and UX topics
- Accessible front-end component guides
- CSS tools for shadows, easing and filters
- Boilerplates, resets and starter kits
- Free wallpaper collections to download
Who it's for
Web designers and front-end engineers who want practical articles, and UX practitioners who work on interfaces. Teams can use the resource pages as a reference during accessibility work.
Pricing and good to know
Articles, guides and wallpapers are available free. A membership and books are offered for sale. Use the topic menu to find guides by subject.
Highlights
- Long-form articles on front-end and UX topics
- Accessible front-end component guides
- CSS tools for shadows, easing and filters
- Boilerplates, resets and starter kits
- Free wallpaper collections to download












