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The October edition of what’s new for web designers and developers includes new web apps, content management systems, iOS apps, email resources, social media tools, project management apps, CSS tools, and some really great new fonts.
Many of the resources below are free or very low cost, and are sure to be useful to a lot of designers and developers out there.
As always, if we’ve missed something you think should have been included, please let us know in the comments. And if you have an app or other resource you’d like to see included next month, tweet it to @cameron_chapman for consideration.
Elokenz
Elokenz is a blogging toolbox that includes tools for engaging with readers on social media, tracking performance, and semantic search engine optimization.
Storify
Storify is an easy-to-use platform for engaging with others on social media. It includes tools for managing breaking news, live events, brand campaigns, captured chats, and more.
Litmus Builder
Litmus Builder is a web-based email editor for building better marketing emails. It includes one-click testing, easy HTML editing, and preview tools for desktop and mobile.
Adobe Color CC
Adobe Color CC makes it easy to create color palettes from any image on your iOS device, wherever inspiration strikes. It includes an interactive color wheel, preset color modes, and more.
Adobe Brush CC
Adobe Brush CC lets you create Photoshop and Illustrator brushes right on your iPad or iPhone.
Adobe Shape CC
Want to create a vector shape from an image? Adobe Shape CC makes it simple to turn any high-contrast image into vectors, right on your iOS device.
Edge Commons
Edge Commons is a collection of “dirty little helpers” for using Adobe Edge Animate. It includes helpers for parallax, spotlight, adaptive layouts, and more.
Gleez CMS
Gleez CMS is an open source and extensible CMS that’s built on the Kohana Framework. It includes support for modules, themes, widgets, users and groups, and more.
AllTheFreeStock.com
AllTheFreeStock.com curates free stock images, videos, and icons from various sources, all of which are licensed under the Creative Commons Zero license.
Anchor
Anchor is free, self-hosted invoicing software that makes it easy to get paid with PayPal or Stripe.
GifDeck
GifDeck is a tool for converting your SlideShares into animated Gifs. All you have to do is paste in your SlideShare URL.
Mapbox Studio
Mapbox Studio is a vector-driven map design app. It includes typography options, imagery and effects tools, and more.
Dimensions
Dimensions is a Chrome browser extension that makes it easy to measure anything in your browser. You can measure between images, input-fields, buttons, videos, gifs, text, icons, and anything else you see in the browser.
Anicons
Anicons is a set of animated icons. The first version has over 40 icons, all of which can be customized.
Stack
Stack is a simple task manager for keeping projects on track with your team. It includes customiable columns, unlimited projects, and more, and comes with a 30 day free trial.
Mix
Mix is a collaborative design app from FiftyThree that lets you build upon the designs of others. You can write, design, sketch, and more.
Template Builder
Campaign Monitor’s Template Builder makes it easy to build a free HTML email in just 60 seconds. Emails are fully tested, mobile ready, and can be downloaded for use outside of Campaign Monitor.
Fitter Happier Text
Fitter Happier Text gives you fully fluid, performant headlines using JavaScript and JSON.
Design Kit
Design Kit is a set of design tools for human-centered design. It’s available in hard copy for purchase, or as a free PDF download.
Creative VIP
Creative VIP is a subscription service that offers exclusive discounts and more than 600 graphic design resources to its members.
Takana
Takana is a live SCSS and CSS editor. It lets you see your changes live, in the browser, as you make them.
Apple Watch GUI PSD
This Apple Watch GUI PSD is a great resource for designers looking to get started with Apple Watch apps.
Pictura
Pictura is a simple Photoshop plugin for searching Flickr right from within Photoshop, and then using images you’ve found right into your project without an outside download.
DragGradients
DragGradients is a simple gradient generator that lets you drag and drop points within your browser’s viewport to create a custom gradient. You can customize the colors (including how many) and then download the CSS.
Dropbox Guide
These Dropbox Guides are available for both Users and Admins, and including information on how to best utilize Dropbox for your business.
Random CSS Gradient Generator
The Random CSS Gradient Generator generates a completely random gradient, which you can then grab the code for.
Email Design Guide
MailChimp’s Email Design Guide offers up some great advice on how to best convey your email message, with better use of images, fonts, and more.
Basscss
Basscss is a collection of base element styles, utilities, layout modules, and more designed for speed and performance, as well as scalability.
Readme
Readme is an easy way to create documentation and reference materials for your apps. It includes a theme builder, API explorer so users can play with your API right inside the documentation, and more.
UX Companion
UX Companion is a glossary of UX theories, tools, and principles for your iOS device. You can learn new concepts and techniques, and then dive into more in-depth hand-picked resources.
Random Users Generator
This simple Random Users Generator makes it easy to create random users for your app, complete with names, photos, contact information, short bios, job titles, and more.
Lychee
Lychee is a self-hosted photo management app that runs on your server or web hosting. It lets you upload, manage, and share photos like you would from a native app.
Polya (free)
Polya is a display font with a geometric flare that’s free for personal and commercial use.
Arca Majora (free)
Arca Majora is a free uppercase font with geometric shapes that’s great for display use.
Nexa Rust ($49)
Nexa Rust is a superpack of 83 fonts, creating a multifaceted font system that includes sans, slab, script, and handmade styles, as well as extras.
Brela (free)
Brela is a free serif typeface that looks great at display or body sizes.
YWFT Agostina Alternate ($25)
YWFT Agostina Alternate is an updated and improved version of the original YWFT Agostina font that retains all of the swash forms, letter counts, and Opentype features of the original.
Handtypo Script ($15)
Handtypo Script is an adaptable, unique script typeface that works well with a variety of other typefaces.
Slabby Joe ($8)
Slabby Joe is a handwritten typeface that comes in light, regular, and bold weights.
Windflower ($5)
Windflower is an uppercase display typeface that’s inspired by vintage serif fonts. It’s great for posters and other display uses.
Eveleth ($9)
Eveleth is a distressed letterpress family that has vintage charm and exceptional realism.
Madras ($10)
Madras is a sans-serif type family that includes seven weights, plus matching italics.
Know of a new app or resource that should have been included but wasn’t? Let us know in the comments!
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