Dev Weekly Newsletter

September 11th, 2026

Including a brief video presentation featuring:

A trophy with confetti coming out of it and the words simple site of the week weekly prize

Important Announcements of the Week:

➞ CONTENT CREATOR OUTPUT EMAIL UPDATES: IMPROVED FORMATTING AND WRITTEN CONTENT

Notice a fresh look in your inbox? Thanks to Jeff, our AI Content Creator output emails are now cleaner and easier to read. Even better: each email now includes three eye-catching Hero Banner headers to immediately grab readers' attention. Just remember: The output is only as good as the input, so sourcing high-quality, relevant information about the company remains key to getting the best results! Check out the new format below:

*** If you need clarification or assistance with any of the above announcements, feel free to reach out to your Dev Leads. ***

Your Weekly Tip From a Dev Lead

Joe

The Checkerboard Trap (What to Avoid) Relying on a monotonous, repeating layout—like identically sized alternating left/right blocks down the entire page—kills engagement.


  • Users tune out: The layout becomes entirely predictable and scroll fatigue sets in.
  • Content blurs: Distinct sections blend together into a flat wall of noise.
  • Brand impact drops: The site feels generic, formulaic, and uninspired.


Creative Variety (The Solution) Injecting different structural styles, varied pacing, and intentional contrast keeps the design alive and the user engaged.


  • Holds attention: Unexpected layout shifts keep the user's eye moving.
  • Guides the focus: Creates a clear visual hierarchy to highlight the most critical information.
  • Elevates the feel: Makes the interface look uniquely tailored, dynamic, and premium.

Site of the Week Winner

Thanks So Much to All of Our Amazing Devs!

This Week's Honorable Mentions:


Congratulations to Nichole C. for:

COASTAL WIRELINE SERVICES

Congratulations to Melissa T. for:

LOST SPUR TRAILERS