{"id":73500,"date":"2019-11-30T04:19:41","date_gmt":"2019-11-30T11:19:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/black-friday-2019-support-indie-makers\/"},"modified":"2019-11-30T04:19:41","modified_gmt":"2019-11-30T11:19:41","slug":"black-friday-2019-support-indie-makers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/black-friday-2019-support-indie-makers\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Friday 2019: Support Indie Makers"},"content":{"rendered":"<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/2019\/11\/black-friday-2019\/\"><title>Black Friday 2019: Support Indie Makers<\/title><\/p>\n<article>\n<header>\n<h1>Black Friday 2019: Support Indie Makers<\/h1>\n<address>Rachel Andrew<\/address>\n<p>                  <time datetime=\"2019-11-29T15:00:00+00:00\">2019-11-29T15:00:00+00:00<\/time><time datetime=\"2019-11-29T15:00:00+00:00\">2019-11-30T11:06:57+00:00<\/time><\/header>\n<p>Every time I have checked my email over the last two weeks, it has been full of Black Friday deals. We will get a short respite before the New Year offers start to roll in. I like a bargain as much as anyone, however, I think that plenty of sites will be covering the best offers on electronics and tech.<\/p>\n<p>I thought we would do something different this year at Smashing. I\u2019ve launched a number of independent products over the years \u2014 downloadable software, software as a service, self-published books, and a course. I know how difficult it can be to get the word out about your products when self-funding, so I thought we could give a boost to all the indie makers out there and feature some of their products.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/smashingmag\/status\/1198949080493371398\">We asked the Smashing community<\/a> for their suggestions, and so here is a list covering pretty much every kind of product you can imagine. I hope you can find something you need in these, and help support these hard-working folks.<\/p>\n<p><em>Search by category:<\/em><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/articles\/#books\">Books<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/articles\/#gifts-artwork-posters\">Gifts, Artwork, And Posters<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/articles\/#printed-magazines\">Printed Magazines<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/articles\/#courses-training\">Courses And Training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/articles\/#software-tools\">Software And Tools<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/articles\/#other\">Other<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div data-component=\"FeaturePanel\" data-audience=\"non-subscriber\" data-remove=\"true\"><\/div>\n<h3>Books<\/h3>\n<p>A collection of independently published books, and small publishers, with a shoutout to a very special project.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/oddlyamazinganimals.com\/\">Oddly Amazing Animals<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/oddlyamazinganimals.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/oddly-amazing-animals-from-a-to-z-cover.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Oddly Amazing Animals\"><\/a>A book project started by the talented Cindy Li, who was a friend to many of us in the web community. After Cindy passed away, her friends got together to finish the book, and all proceeds will go to Cindy\u2019s two young sons.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kpodnar.com\/book\">The Power Of Digital Policy<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kpodnar.com\/book\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kpodnar-power-digital-policy.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"The Power Of Digital Policy\"><\/a>You don\u2019t need an army of consultants to help you protect your organization from brand degradation and reputational threats. This practical guide by Kristina Podnar will guide you in minimizing risks and maximizing opportunities.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/fabiensanglard.net\/gebb\/index.html\">The Game Engine Black Book<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/fabiensanglard.net\/gebb\/index.html\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/game-engine-black-book.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"The Game Engine Black Book\"><\/a>This book details techniques such as raycasting, compiled scalers, deferred rendition, VGA Mode-Y, linear feedback shift register, fixed point arithmetic, and many others tricks. Fabien Sanglar also went into much detail to describe the hardware of 1991, and has released the source code under GPL license.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.404ink.com\/\">404 Ink<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.404ink.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/404ink-illu.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"404 Ink\"><\/a>Founded by two publishing freelancers, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/heathermmcd\">Heather McDaid<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/laurafjones\">Laura Jones<\/a>, this publisher has one goal: supporting careers of new and emerging writers \u2014 and making as much noise as possible about each.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/abookapart.com\/\">A Book Apart<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/abookapart.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/abookapart-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"A Book Apart\"><\/a>Books available in two formats (<em>Standards<\/em> and <em>Briefs<\/em>) on topics ranging from technical to theory: responsive web design, Git, and JavaScript to content strategy, design principles, management, and more. For people who design, write, and code.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/printed-books\/\">Smashing Books<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/printed-books\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/reading-smashing-ebooks.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Smashing Books\"><\/a>Our very own Smashing books aim to deliver in-depth knowledge and expertise shared by experts and practitioners from the industry. Our most recent one, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smashingmagazine.com\/printed-books\/inclusive-components\/\">Inclusive Components<\/a><\/em>, explores bulletproof solutions for building accessible interfaces.<\/p>\n<h3>Gifts, Artwork, And Posters<\/h3>\n<p>If you are finding gifts for friends and family for the holidays, why not support these independent makers.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doodlecatsshop.co.uk\/\">DoodleCats<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doodlecatsshop.co.uk\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/doodlecats-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"DoodleCats\"><\/a>Topple the cat approves of this website of cat-themed products! Created by artist Beth Wilson, you\u2019ll find a wide range of cute cat-themed greetings cards, gifts and accessories.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seblester.com\/shop\">Seb Lester<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seblester.com\/shop\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/seblester-artwork.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Seb Lester\"><\/a>Most of us have already heard of Seb Lester, but you\u2019ll be thrilled to know that his beautiful hand-lettered work is also available to call your own. <\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/buystufffrom.jessicahische.com\/\">Jessica Hische<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/buystufffrom.jessicahische.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/tomorrow-brave-jessica-hische.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Jessica Hische\"><\/a>Jessica is a lettering artist who has been creating custom lettering artwork for established brands, classic books and postage stamps for over the past ten years. You\u2019ll find a wonderful collection of prints, cards and pins on her site.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"http:\/\/www.draplin.com\/1998\/01\/weclome_to_the.html\">Draplin Design Co. Merch<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.draplin.com\/1998\/01\/weclome_to_the.html\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/draplin-merch-stuff-totebag.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Draplin Design Co. Merch\"><\/a>Aaron James Draplin is the founder of the Draplin Design Co., based in Portland, Oregon. You\u2019ll find a range of fun items on his site.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/heyshop.es\/\">HeyShop<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/heyshop.es\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/heyshop-typo-shirt.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"HeyShop\"><\/a>The graphic design and illustration studio <em>Hey<\/em> launched an online shop back in 2014. Since then, they\u2019ve been sharing their personal creations with the public.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.printworkersbarcelona.com\/shop\/page\/42\/\">Print Workers Barcelona<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.printworkersbarcelona.com\/shop\/page\/42\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/printworkersbarcelona-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Print Workers Barcelona\"><\/a>A nice and lovely graphic shop that focuses on handmade, limited, signed, numbered and self-published production. Artists who mainly use screen printing without forgetting other techniques such as risograph printing or letterpress. Graphic work of more than 100 international and local artists. All at affordable and real prices.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theohnoshop.com\/\">The Oh No Shop<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theohnoshop.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/theohnoshop-header.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"The Oh No Shop\"><\/a>Brought to life by <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/dorrismccomics\">Alex Norris<\/a>, we\u2019re sure that you\u2019ll be all smiles when you check out his prints, pins and more.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.levensjewels.com\/collections\/all\">Levens<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.levensjewels.com\/collections\/all\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/levens-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Levens\"><\/a>If you\u2019re a fan of jewels, check out these beautifully handmade ones done in ceramic, silver and gold. Designed by Mar del Hoyo from Barcelona, Spain.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/cristinajunquero.bigcartel.com\/\">Cristina Junquero<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cristinajunquero.bigcartel.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/cristinajunquero-jewelry.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Cristina Junquero\"><\/a>Inspired by Andalusian religious imaginary and classical jewellery, the work of Cristina Junquero revisits tradition to bring something new. Her studio is set in Barcelona.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/casaatlantica.es\/descuentos\/\">Casa Atl\u00e1ntica <\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/casaatlantica.es\/descuentos\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/casa-atlantica-examples.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Casa Atl\u00e1ntica\"><\/a>Since 2014, Casa Atl\u00e2ntica works to give value to trades that are gradually being lost: their objects are born in villages of Galicia and Portugal from the hands of artisans who, with materials such as ceramics, wicker or wood, give life to their designs.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/apresski.es\/shop\/\">Apr\u00e8s Ski<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apresski.es\/shop\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/apresski-pic.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Apr\u00e8s Ski\"><\/a>Established in 2009, this accessories and objects studio creates designs that are inspired from the observation of different cultures and traditions \u2014 seeking people and places authenticity through books and travels.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/\">Pimoroni<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/pimoroni-shop-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Pimoroni\"><\/a>Founded in 2012 by Jon Williamson and Paul Beech, Pimoroni makes tech treasure for tinkerers.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/varianto25.com\/\">Varianto:25<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/varianto25.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/varianto25-pic.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Varianto:25\"><\/a>A small startup based in Bulgaria that create fun and innovative products for developers worldwide.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/ysolda.com\/\">Ysolda<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ysolda.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ysolda.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Ysolda\"><\/a>An online store for knitters, based in Edinburgh.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<h3>Printed Magazines<\/h3>\n<p>As I know from launching our own print magazine here at Smashing Magazine this year, creating a print magazine requires a huge amount of work. Here are some of your favorites.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.offscreenmag.com\/\">Offscreen Magazine<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.offscreenmag.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/offscreenmag-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Offscreen Magazine\"><\/a>Offscreen is an independent print magazine that examines how we shape technology and how technology shapes us. Offscreen Magazine is a favorite of many Smashing readers. Also check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.densediscovery.com\/\">Dense Discovery<\/a> email newsletter (I always find something new there).<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.bubblesort.io\/\">Bubblesort Zines<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.bubblesort.io\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bubblesort-shop-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Bubblesort Zines\"><\/a>Zines about computer science, for ages 8-100! Each zine focuses on one concept and is filled with comics, diagrams, stories, examples, and exercises.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/wizardzines.com\/\">WizardZines<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wizardzines.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bite-size-linux-illu.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"WizardZines\"><\/a>Zines by <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/b0rk\">Julia Evans<\/a> that are aimed at working programmers who want to know how to use grep \/ tcpdump \/ strace in a fun way. (A lot of them are focused on systems\/Linux concepts.)<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.likethewindmagazine.com\/\">Like The Wind<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.likethewindmagazine.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/likethewindmagazine-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Like The Wind\"><\/a>This running magazine is a favorite of mine. Beautifully printed, with inspiring stories from the world of runners and running.<\/p>\n<h3>Courses And Training<\/h3>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dfordesigners.com\/\">3D Fundamentals<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dfordesigners.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/3dfordesigners-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"3D Fundamentals\"><\/a>3D is a creative playground for designers, yet still uncharted territory for most of us. 3D Fundamentals teaches you shape, form, lighting, color, and animation in a beginner-friendly course.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/every-layout.dev\/\">Every Layout<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/every-layout.dev\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/every-layout-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Every Layout\"><\/a>If you find yourself wrestling with CSS layout, Every Layout is for you. Through a series of simple, composable layouts, you will learn how to better harness the built-in algorithms that power browsers and CSS.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/terminal.training\/\">Terminal Training<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/terminal.training\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/terminal-training-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Terminal Training\"><\/a>Working with Terminal can be daunting. This video course wants to cure you from any fear of the terminal. For designers, new developers, UX, UI, product owners, and anyone who\u2019s been asked to \u201cjust open the terminal\u201d.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/next.training.leftlogic.com\/\">Universal JavaScript with Next.js<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/next.training.leftlogic.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/next-training-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Universal JavaScript with Next.js\"><\/a>If you\u2019re tired of configuration, build tools, spagetti code and want to focus on building amazing web apps with the latest features, this complete video course will get you fit for building web apps with Next.js for React.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/thecssworkshop.com\/\">The CSS Workshop<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thecssworkshop.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/thecssworkshop-illu.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"The CSS Workshop\"><\/a>Learn CSS layout through a series of video tutorials. Straightforward and practical examples help you banish layout confusion for good.<\/p>\n<h3>Software And Tools<\/h3>\n<p>A whole selection of interesting products and tools. Many of these have free plans. If you love one of these products, however, do consider signing up for the paid version if you can. Bootstrapped products need sales, or they go away!<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/better.fyi\/\">Better Blocker<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/better.fyi\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/better-blocker-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Better Blocker\"><\/a>A privacy tool for Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Launched by <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/aral\">Aral Balkan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/laurakalbag\">Laura Kalbag<\/a>, the aim is to protect users from behavioural ads and companies that track and profile folks on the web.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/polypane.app\/\">Polypane<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/polypane.app\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/polypane-app-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Polypane\"><\/a>Built for designers and developers, the browser Polypane lets you create sites and apps that work for everyone. Features include multiple synced viewports for responsive design, visual impairment simulators, built-in accessibility testing tools, live refreshing, layout debugging and screenshotting.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.commoninja.com\/\">Common Ninja<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.commoninja.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/commonninja-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Common Ninja\"><\/a>The Common Ninja team creates plugins with the purpose to help web designers, developers, and site owners to upgrade and color their website with zero effort, time, and knowledge.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperbird.com\/\">Helperbird<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperbird.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/helperbird-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Helperbird\"><\/a>The browser extension wants to bring the benefits of accessbility and customization to everyone, with features such as dyslexia fonts, changing the font and background color, text to speech, overlays, dyslexia rulers and more to make the web accessible to your needs.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/lunchmoney.app\/\">Lunch Money<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lunchmoney.app\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/lunchmoney-app.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Lunch Money\"><\/a>No matter where you are in the world, Lunch Money keeps track of every dollar, euro, and yen spent. At the end of the day, they add it all up in your currency of choice so that you stay on top of your spendings without doing the maths.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/timemator.com\/\">Timemator<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/timemator.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/timemator-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Timemator\"><\/a>Timemator automatically captures everything you do on your Mac. You define the rules, and once you open your working file or application, Timemator will start the timer for you automatically.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/exist.io\/\">Exist<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/exist.io\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/existapp-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Exist\"><\/a>By combining data from services you already use, Exist can help you understand what makes you more happy, productive, and active. Bring your activity from your phone or fitness tracker and add other services like your calendar for greater context on what you\u2019re up to.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/proxyman.io\/\">Proxyman<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/proxyman.io\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/proxyman-app.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Proxyman\"><\/a>Proxyman is a native, high-performance macOS application, which enables developers to observe and manipulate HTTP\/HTTPS requests. Intuitive and friendly.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/standardnotes.org\/\">Standard Notes<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/standardnotes.org\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/standardnotes-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Standard Notes\"><\/a>Sometimes all you need is a reliable and fuss-free tool to jot down your thoughts and ideas. Standard Notes is just that, a free, open-source, and completely encrypted notes app.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/leavemealone.app\/\">Leave Me Alone<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/leavemealone.app\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/leavemealone-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Leave Me Alone\"><\/a>Unsubscribing from the emails you don\u2019t want to receive any longer can be time-consuming. Leave Me Alone shows you all of your subscription emails in one place so that you can unsubscribe from them with a single click. <\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/readermode.io\/\">Readermode<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/readermode.io\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/readermode-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Readermode\"><\/a>You\u2019re getting distracted easily when you read? Reader Mode instantly removes clutter, ads, and distractions from any article. Dyslexia support is built in, too.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/usefathom.com\/\">Fathom<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/usefathom.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/usefathom-illu.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Fathom\"><\/a>Stop scrolling through pages of reports and collecting gobs of personal data about your visitors, both of which you probably don\u2019t need. Fathom is a simple and private website analytics platform that lets you focus on what\u2019s important: your business.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/buttondown.email\/\">Buttondown<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/buttondown.email\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/buttondown-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Buttondown\"><\/a>Buttondown is a small elegant tool for producing newsletters. The minimalist interface makes it easy to write great emails; the automation acts like the editorial assistant you wish you had; and the portable subscription widget helps grow your audience from anywhere.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/carrd.co\/\">Carrd.co<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carrd.co\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/carrd-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Carrd.co\"><\/a>No matter if it\u2019s a personal profile, a landing page to capture emails, or something a bit more elaborate, Carrd lets you create simple and responsive one-page sites for pretty much anything.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/placid.app\/\">Placid<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/placid.app\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/placid-app-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Placid\"><\/a>Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest \u2014 all of them have different requirements when it comes to social share images. To save you time, Placid creates your social share images automatically. You define a template once, the tool does the rest.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/calibreapp.com\/\">Calibre<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/calibreapp.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/calibreapp-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Calibre\"><\/a>Calibre helps you monitor and audit web performance and make meaningful improvements where it matters. You can simulate real-world conditions to understand what your audience is experiencing, see the impact of third-party code, receive monthly reports on crucial metrics without having to spend hours on distilling performance data, and much more. <\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/transistor.fm\/\">Transistor<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/transistor.fm\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/transistorfm-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Transistor\"><\/a>Have you ever considered starting your own podcast? Transistor helps you with the rather boring part, storing your MP3 files, generating your RSS feed, hosting your podcast\u2019s website, and distributing your show to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/getkirby.com\/\">Kirby<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getkirby.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/getkirby-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Kirby\"><\/a>Kirby is a file-based CMS for building your own ideal interface. Combine forms, galleries, articles, spreadsheets and more into an amazing editing experience.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/grabaperch.com\/\">Perch<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/grabaperch.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/grabaperch-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Perch\"><\/a>The Really Little CMS. Used by thousands of happy customers around the world, Perch does not dictate your front-end code but lets you bring your own code to your project.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/statamic.com\/\">Statamic<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/statamic.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/statamic-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Statamic\"><\/a>Statamic cuts out the database and creates a faster, more productive way for you to build, manage, and version control beautifully creative, bespoke websites.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<h3>Other Things<\/h3>\n<p>A bunch of things that didn\u2019t really fit into any other category.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rooki.design\/\">rooki.design<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rooki.design\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/rookidesign-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"rooki.design\"><\/a>An online magazine for design students and free design awards, Rookie was born out of the frustration in finding good, free resources for design students. Now, you can find everything you need in one single place.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/femtechinsider.com\/\">Femtech Insider<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/femtechinsider.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/femtech-insider.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Femtech Insider\"><\/a>Stay up-to-date and read about the latest industry trends, while you learn more about founders, companies, organizations and investors at the intersection of tech and women\u2019s health.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapscallionsoda.com\/\">Rapscallion Soda<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapscallionsoda.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/rapscallionsoda.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Rapscallion Soda\"><\/a>\u201cWe are living in a world today where lemonade is made from artificial flavours &#038; furniture polish is made with real lemons.\u201d The handmade, bootstrapped soda company from Glasgow wants to change that.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiretechladies.com\/\">Tech ladies<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiretechladies.com\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/hiretechladies-logo.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Tech ladies\"><\/a>Tech Ladies connects you with the best jobs and opportunities in tech. Join the community or post to their job board if you are looking for employees.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/front-end-challenges.club\/\">Front-End Challenges Club<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/front-end-challenges.club\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/front-end-challenges-pic.jpg?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Front-End Challenges Club\"><\/a>Do you want to put your front-end skills to the test? The Front-End Challenges Club gives you a new fun challenge to master every two weeks.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diversifytech.co\/\">Diversify Tech<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diversifytech.co\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/diversity-tech-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"Diversify Tech\"><\/a>Diversify Tech connects underrepresented people in tech. Once a week, they\u2019ll send you scholarships, events, job opportunities, and more.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/withjack.co.uk\/\">With Jack<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/withjack.co.uk\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.taterboy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/withjack-logo.png?resize=180%2C180&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" alt=\"With Jack\"><\/a>With Jack is all about insurance for freelance creatives, giving designers, developers, illustrators, and other web professionals the insurance they need. No endless features or stale service but one solid policy and the personal touch.<\/p>\n<h3>Find Support If You Are An Indie Maker<\/h3>\n<p>There are some excellent communities that seek to support bootstrapped businesses, sole founders and small teams. Check these out to find interesting products \u2014 or to get help in shipping your own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indiehackers.com\/\">IndieHackers<\/a>: Work together to build profitable online businesses.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/getmakerlog.com\/\">Makerlog<\/a>: A collaborative task log that helps over 3000+ creators get things done.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wip.chat\/\">WIP<\/a>: Maker Community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Add Your Favorites To The Comments!<\/h3>\n<p>Did we miss one of your favorite independent products? 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