A LIST Apart: For People Who Make Websites

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Authors: P: Derek Powazek

Derek Powazek

Working the web since 1995, Derek Powazek is the creator of many award-winning websites, a couple of which still exist. Derek’s claims to fame include designing the Blogger “B” and the Technorati identity, writing Design for Community, and cofounding JPG Magazine. He is the cofounder and chief design officer of 8020 Publishing.

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