Bootstrap CSS Framework: A Short Review of its Utility

When the Bootstrap CSS framework was originally written and compiled nearly a decade ago, its developers did not envision that a rash of cookie-cutter websites would proliferate. Twitter's unconditional support of Bootstrap has greatly increased its adoption, but the only problem with this widespread use is that we have ended up with themes, templates, and entire projects that evoke a Twitter-like ambiance, which has become too repetitive.

There is no question that Bootstrap does a beautiful job in terms with allowing the quick creation of clean user interfaces, and this where the Twitter influence can be felt. Think about all the times you have declined to use the Twitter mobile app for Android because you prefer the user experience that you get from mobile versions of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera; such is the power of Bootstrap, and it can work right out of the box for most developers.

Once you reach the point of Bootstrap style exhaustion, the next logical step would be to develop a custom kit to design your user interface. This does not mean that you will have to manually code CSS on a text editor; you can stay within Bootstrap, but you will be making more deliberate decisions with regards to certain elements, typography and color.

Getting started with your custom UI kit for Bootstrap is easy. Your first step would be to look at popular UI methodology such as Microsoft's Fluid and Google's Material Design; these can serve as inspiration. The next step is to acknowledge you will be working with three color instances. Primary, Secondary, and Accent schemes. As for where your colors will come from, think about respected sources such as Google and Adobe.

With regard to typography, you will need to come up with at least three font pairings that actually work. Take your time with this step because it can make or break your custom UI kit. Your main sources should be Google Fonts and Type Foundry. The last step in putting your kit together is to decide on the button and input elements for the UI. Do not accept the Bootstrap defaults; be sure to choose primary and secondary buttons based on personal preferences. For more information click here https://www.parthean.com/blog/all-bootstrap-sites-look-the-same-heres-how-i-get-around-it.