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5 Examples of Modern Web Application Design

Every once in a while, I’ll come across examples of web application design that really draw me in. I’ve listed these web applications below and ranked them from 5 - 1. These web applications contain a beautiful mix of design, usability and creativity. They are masterpieces, and wonderful tokens of inspiration. Huge amounts of time and thought have went into the design of these web applications and credit must go to the designs.

Joe Johnston

Feb 28, 2024

How to Build and Embed a Form in 6 Steps

Embedding forms is probably the most common way to add interactivity to a webpage. For instance, we’ve all encountered embedded forms for submitting contact information, requesting a callback, or carrying out some kind of sign-up flow. However, how we build web forms can have a huge impact on the value we ultimately get from them. See, most teams build these using one of the following methods: Manually building forms with HTML and JavaScript, Using traditional form builders like JotForm or TypeForm , Using other SaaS tools or CMS platforms like Salesforce or HubSpot.

Ronan McQuillan

Feb 27, 2024

How to Build an Availability Form

Availability forms are a key part of all kinds of processes - including employee scheduling, resource allocation, booking requests, and more. The trouble is that - compared to other kinds of forms - the data model you’ll typically need to handle availability can be fairly complex. Traditional form builder tools are rarely up to the task. On the other hand, countless teams handle availability using dated tools - like spreadsheets or even pen and paper.

Ronan McQuillan

Feb 26, 2024

How to Implement RBAC in 8 Steps

Knowing how to implement RBAC is a crucial skill for building modern web applications. With an ever-increasing need to maximize security, efficiency, and usability, RBAC is an essential tool for successful app projects. In short, role-based access control (RBAC), is a framework built around defined roles, each with associate permissions. Users are then assigned to one of these roles, to determine which actions they can take within your app. For a more in-depth explanation, check out our ultimate guide to role-based access control .

Ronan McQuillan

Feb 23, 2024

How to Build a Database GUI | In-Depth Guide

Database GUI (Graphical User Interface) are tools that allow you to interact with databases even if you aren’t a programmer. In addition, they are useful for programmers, since they provide quick ways to get data. When it comes to picking the right database GUI for you, things get tricky. Although there are a lot of options out there, there are many things to take into account. From something as simple as pricing to more complex considerations, like the functionality provided.

Ronan McQuillan

Feb 22, 2024

How to Build an Employee Complaint Form

Handling employee complaints is a delicate process. We’re faced with the dual challenges of gathering accurate information in a fair and transparent manner - while also securely handling potentially very sensitive data. A vast number of companies manage this using dated tools - like spreadsheets or even pen and paper. This approach fails on both fronts. Today, we’re checking out how custom web forms a more effective solution to this problem.

Ronan McQuillan

Feb 22, 2024

4 Methods for REST API Authentication

Understanding the different methods of API authentication is a core competence for any would-be developer, data professional, or anyone else who wants to connect to external tools, data sources, or other resources. Nowadays, APIs are fundamental to the way we build, integrate, and use all kinds of digital tools - whether this is building custom software from scratch - or simply connecting existing SaaS platforms to create streamlined workflows. So, you need to know how to use the different authentication methods that vendors could implement for their APIs.

Ronan McQuillan

Feb 21, 2024

Make work flow with Budibase's new n8n integration

Unlock powerful new workflows with the new Budibase n8n integration. This two-way integration enriches both platforms, offering a better approach for task automation in Budibase and a new way to manage your Budibase data in n8n. Automate workflows with the n8n Integration in Budibase First up, let’s talk about bringing n8n into Budibase. n8n is renowned for its powerful workflow automation capabilities, boasting an impressive array of 775 nodes spanning various applications and services.

Jamie Birss

Feb 21, 2024