Company
Date Published
Author
Kay Dobesh, Addie Beach
Word count
976
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

Datadog has redesigned its navigation to improve user exploration and findability, aiming to make its features easier to access, read, and take advantage of. The new design organizes features in a way that reflects how users interact with the platform, with core features at the top and bottom, and frequently used functionality easily accessible. The sidebar is now more scannable, with clear hierarchies and relationships among features, and includes resources to streamline workflows and support collaboration and troubleshooting. The redesign also prioritizes readability, with updated colors and expanded space for favorites to accommodate lengthy titles. Overall, the new navigation aims to make Datadog's platform more intuitive and user-friendly.