KEEP IT TOGETHER: 5 ESSENTIAL DESIGN PATTERNS FOR DEV TOOL UIS

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Tabs must be distinct, flexible, and intuitive for multitasking, while toolbars should prioritize common actions without overcrowding or inconsistency. Navigation sidebars should be well-organized, collapsible, searchable, and customizable. Properties panels need to be clear, concise, and easily accessible for attribute editing.