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Date Published
Author
Nathan Sharp
Word count
748
Language
English
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None

Summary

Twilio Sans Mono is a new, open-source typeface designed specifically for coding environments. It's part of Twilio's Superfamily, which also includes Text and Display fonts. The font aims to be both practical and fun to use, with modern features such as extensive ligatures, optimized character widths, and punctuation marks that stand out in code editors. With eight weights ranging from light to heavy, Twilio Sans Mono is designed to enhance the coding experience, making it more visually balanced and easier to read. The font is licensed under the SIL Open Font License (OFL) and will be rolled out across the entire Twilio brand.