Taiyab Raja

Hacker News Redesign

Taiyab Raja — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 23:55:14 +0000

Update: Just woke up to see this on HN and you guys have brought up some good points about the design overall. It definitely needs work, this was an initial concept I just wanted to put out there. I’ll be modifying some stuff and posting an update to those who are interested. It’s a Friday night, and whilst everyone else is busy getting drunk and/or laid, I decided (as a nerd does) to put my…

Freebie: Add to Cart Buttons (PSD)

Taiyab Raja — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:26:45 +0000

It’s been a while since I’ve given away any freebies so I’ve cooked up some awesome little “Add to Cart” buttons for you all. Remember, they’re completely free and open for you to use! Download Resource

When Enough is Enough

Taiyab Raja — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 17:33:43 +0000

As you may well be aware, there have been riots all over England over the last few days. London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and a few other areas have been affected and it’s been a quite surreal experience in a lot of ways. I live in Birmingham, and have spent the last few days scouring through blogs and on Twitter trying to figure out what’s going on, in what areas, at what times, and warning as…

Clients from Hell #1: Banner Ads

Taiyab Raja — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:18:20 +0000

After coming across this awesome little site, I decided to turn it into a series of my own real life experiences with some clients from hell that I’ve worked with over the years. I’ll be posting a story from such clients every so often as they crop up. All posts will be completely anonymous on the client’s side, and I will NOT reveal any names/details that may indicate who they are. Clients from Hell #1:…

My 3 Most Epic Freelance Fails of All Time

Taiyab Raja — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:59:03 +0000

Failures. Probably the thing we talk about the least. Why? Because of embarrasment or the fear of losing our reputation? Maybe. But there’s a lot to learn from failure as well, it’s not something that should just be brushed under carpet and left to rot. It’s something that should be analysed, dissected, studied. We all should learn from our mistakes. In light of this, I’m about to share with you ‘My 3 Most Epic Freelance…

Freebie: Clean Notepad (PSD)

Taiyab Raja — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:34:17 +0000

Pretty nifty freebie for today, an nifty-looking notepad PSD. Complete with red title underline, perforation, margin coils and lined pages. Download Resource

Freebie: Clean, Crisp Settings Menu (PSD)

Taiyab Raja — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:10:29 +0000

Another freebie! Woohoo! This time, a clean, crisp settings menu (PSD) for all your menu lovers. The download includes a fully-layered PSD ready for use. Enjoy! Download Resource

Freebie: Google Plus(+) Circular Icon Set (PSD + PNG)

Taiyab Raja — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:57:18 +0000

With the release of the Google’s new social network, Google+, I thought it’d be a good idea to release some nice little icons that everyone could use. They look great and are a cool alternative to the norm. Feel free to use them as you please (as per the readme file included). It’s not a requirement, but I’d appreciate a link-back as a way of showing thanks if possible Download Resource

Are Entrepreneurs Full of Themselves?

Taiyab Raja — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 22:16:06 +0000

I’m sick of hearing this bullshit about how entrepreneurs (especially in the tech industry) need to be rumping their computers 23 hours a day, trying to get their startup off the ground. How they need to be working their faces off, neglecting all other responsibilities like family and friends. How they’re so lonely, so brave, so amazing. It’s all drama, and most of it is absolute bullcrap. It’s just simply not true. It’s sensational. All…

Freebie: Lovely Authentic Label (PSD)

Taiyab Raja — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 21:50:43 +0000

Today I’m releasing a freebie for all you coolio designers out there. I love labels (pff, who doesn’t) so I thought I’d make this lovely authentic-feeling label (PSD) for all you guys to use. Be sure to read the terms of use included in the download. Enjoy! (I’d appreciate a link-back or credit of some kind for the resource, but it’s not required! ) Download Resource