What is mobile-first design?
In the past, software was designed with desktop computing in mind, with mobile access seen as an extra or add-on. But these days, with almost 60% of web traffic worldwide being via a smartphone or other mobile device, designers and developers are increasingly taking a mobile-first approach. This article provides an overview of mobile-first design, what it is, the differences between mobile-first and responsive design, and the key elements of the mobile-first design process.