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Work · November 10, 2012

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Dofsome.com - Chrome-less photo hosting

Hi, this is a project I've been working on for about 2 months. I am definitely not a designer, so I tried to keep the GUI to minimum and really make the presentation about photos and as fluid as possible. Any feedback welcome! :)

Dofsome.com - Chrome-less photo hosting launched on November 10, 2012 with 37 votes, #59 of 543 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches.

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Dofsome.com is a photo hosting platform designed with a minimal interface that prioritizes image presentation over visual complexity. The service emphasizes a fluid user experience by reducing unnecessary design elements, allowing photos to be the primary focus. It is intended for users who want straightforward photo hosting without a cluttered interface.

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