Building Designer.tips: A No-Code Resource Hub for Design Professionals
The Motivation
The Problem
Designers struggle to stay updated with constantly evolving tools and methodologies across multiple disciplines. Finding reliable, curated resources efficiently is a persistent challenge.
The Solution
Designer.tips was created to solve this fragmentation by bringing together essential design resources under a unified framework: Tools, Introductory courses, and Practical templates (TIPs).
The Vision
A centralized hub where design professionals could discover relevant tools, gain foundational knowledge, and access practical resources to immediately enhance their workflows.
The Process
No-Code Development
Built entirely with Webflow, proving sophisticated web applications could be created without traditional coding.

Three-Pillar Architecture
- Tools: Curated software and applications for enhanced workflows
- Intro: Foundational courses and learning materials
- Practice: Templates and exercises for applying knowledge
User-Centered Design
Clean, minimalist interface with intuitive navigation that connected users with resources based on discipline, experience level, and immediate needs.
SEO Strategy
Implemented from the ground up with strategic keyword research, optimized content structure, and technical implementations to drive organic discovery.
Results
Platform Launch
Successfully created a comprehensive resource platform organized within the innovative TIPs framework, demonstrating the power of no-code tools.
User Reception
Achieved significant organic reach through SEO-optimization, with positive feedback on the platform's organization and content curation.
Successful Exit
Acquired by Manaferra Inc., validating the platform's value proposition and market potential, while demonstrating how digital products built with no-code tools can scale to acquisition.