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The Role of the Designer in a World of AI
AI can generate designs in seconds - but speed without judgment is just noise. The designer's role hasn't shrunk. It's become more essential.
The Truth About Design Systems: 5 Myths Debunked
After working on four different design systems, I've learned they can be a game-changer when done right - or a time sink when wrong. Here are five myths debunked.
Learning to Lead: Lessons from my first 6 months as a Product Design Lead
In August 2024, I transitioned to leading a design team. Here are 7 lessons I've learned about leadership, team dynamics, and the broader role of design in an organisation.
Why is a Contribution Model important for your Design System?
A contribution model helps your Design Systems team codify contributions and decision-making, enabling faster responses to component proposals and clearer processes for the whole organisation.
Designing for Designers: Building a Usable Design System
A case study on implementing design tokens in a Design System, using user testing with product designers to develop a semantic token set that enhances usability.
An introvert's guide to user interviews
User interviews can be challenging if you find it difficult starting conversations with strangers. Here are some of the skills and tools that help make these essential UX activities easier.