Coffee with Tanya - Vol. 3

Hello hello! The third volume is here and I’m super excited to share this week’s findings with you. So sit back and enjoy.

Business, Technology, and Innovation

A few months ago I was introduced to Visualcapitalist, a data-driven visual content focused on global trends, investing, technology, healthcare, energy and the economy. You will find rich visual content which can help out to discover business opportunities and learn about investment trends. And sometimes you might also discover some silly and funny visualization like in the last example below. Enjoy!

• Our Top 22 Visualizations of 2022
• 11 Tech Trends to Watch 2023
• The Relationship Between Wealth and Happiness, by Country
• Visualizing the Odds of Dying from Various Accidents

UX, UI, and In Between

There's no time like the present to discover Smashing Magazine. An online magazine that delivers useful and innovative information for designers, product managers, and web developers. The website provides practical and informative articles, tutorials, and resources that cover topics such as web design, front-end development, user experience, accessibility, and more. They also host events and conferences for professionals in the field and publish printed books on the latest trends and best practices.

• How To Get To Know Your Users
• Meet “Smart Interface Design Patterns Checklists” (Deck With 166 Cards)
• The Magic Of February (2023 Wallpapers Edition)

Fashion and Design

Nike and Tiffany & Co. collaborated to create a new version of the classic Air Force 1 sneaker. With a white leather upper, and silver accents, including Tiffany blue Swooshes on the sides, and Tiffany & Co. logos on the heel, the shoe features a sleek appearance. Nike describes the design as "subdued" compared to some of Nike's other collaborations, noting that it is more of a nod to Tiffany & Co.'s iconic color than an overt branding exercise.

If you’re a huge Nike fan, you should definitely check out the list of The 50 Greatest Sneaker Collaborations in Nike History.

Science and Space

Exciting news in the neuroscience sphere. BCI company Precision Neuroscience is working on a device that strives to help patients with paralysis operate digital devices using only neural signals. The company has developed a minimally invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) implant, called Layer 7, which can be inserted via a less than a one-millimeter slit in the skull (WOW!). Unlike other BCI implants that require invasive brain surgery, this device can be used for a range of neurological conditions, including paralysis. Check out this article for more details.

Health and Well-being

The Harvard study, which began in the early 20th century, aimed to discover what makes people happy in life by gathering health records and asking 724 participants questions. The study found that positive relationships are the most consistent factor for happiness, health, and longevity. Career achievements, money, exercise, and a healthy diet were not as significant as positive relationships.

The key to a happy life is called "social fitness," which means that relationships have a physical effect on us. Positive conversations can invigorate us, while romantic strife can disrupt our sleep. To maintain healthy and balanced relationships, it's important to practice social fitness by regularly assessing our relationships and being honest with ourselves about where we're investing our time and energy. More details can be found in this article in the CNBC “Make it” section.

Make sure you watch this 13-minute video!

Tips, Tricks, and Resources

Looking to learn a new creative skill? Domestika.org is the right place for you! The website offers a creative community where experts share their knowledge through professionally produced online courses, workshops, and tutorials. The platform offers over 1,000 courses in different languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, English, and German.

The courses cover a range of creative fields, including art, design, photography, illustration, animation, branding, and more. Each course includes high-quality video lessons, practical exercises, and feedback from the instructor, as well as a certificate of completion. With its extensive course catalog, community features, and user-friendly interface, Domestika.org provides an excellent learning experience for both beginners and professionals.

This Day in History - Feb 18

• 1885 - Mark Twain publishes the "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"
• 1903 - "In Dahomey" the first African American musical to perform on Broadway opens at the New York Theater, starring George Walker and Bert Williams
• 1930 - US astronomer Clyde Tombaugh discovers Pluto
• 1933 - Japanese artist and musician Yoko Ono, who became internationally famous as the wife and artistic partner of musician John Lennon, was born
• 2010 - The Web site WikiLeaks began posting classified U.S. government documents provided by army intelligence analyst Bradley (later Chelsea) Manning

Quote of the Week

This time I want to bring here the only and only Patrick Mouratoglou. For those of you who are not familiar with the name, Patrick is a French tennis coach and sports commentator and was the coach of Serena Williams from June 2012 to 2022. You can check his biography here, but until that happens, just watch the TikTok reel below

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