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Mastering Variable Fonts: A UX Guide to Better Performance and Scalability

Variable fonts reduce file size by 50-70% and HTTP requests by 80%+. Learn how one font file replaces 4-10 static files, improves Core Web Vitals, and unlocks responsive typography, micro-interactions, and user-controlled customization. Complete implementation guide with CSS, optimization tips, and real-world examples.

Simanta Parida
Simanta ParidaProduct Designer at Siemens
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Simanta Parida is a Product Designer at Siemens, Bengaluru, specializing in enterprise UX and B2B product design. With a background as an entrepreneur, he brings a unique perspective to designing intuitive tools for complex workflows.

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