We all tend to drift towards things that are popular, exciting or inspirational, that’s normal. Being able to break that cycle, is what sets a good UX designer apart from the rest. Is it a gut feeling, a better experience that commands us, you, to break the rules? How do you convince clients this...
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Crazy week, had the opportunity to be on a Podcast, with Chris Miller, Managing Director, Syntagma Group. Chris and I go way, way back, each conversation teaches me more about what clients are looking for, and Chris learns about all the new cool UX/Tech. We talk about UX hiring. It is a muddy subject...
Continue readingHow Figma Becomes a Token
How Figma Becomes a Token, in a Design System. This is hummed to “How a Bill becomes a Law”, Schoolhouse Rock. ——————– Aaron: Uph! You sure gotta build a lot of components to get to IDS here at Infor. But I wonder who that sad little scrap of Figma is? I’m just in Figma....
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In the last two years, the UX industry has changed and consolidated. We are looking at better software and analytics, multiple educational degrees, and prototyping. The multiple industries that are looking for great UX have grown as well, VUX, automotive, hospitality, banking, etc. Nearly all projects could benefit from multiple research methods and combining...
Continue readingThe Butterfly Effect
A good friend of mine and writer Dan Blank, Soccer Poet, has always said, just start writing, so, I am. These images are not new, the different is how I see them, right versus left, together it looks like a Butterfly, hence the Butterfly Effect. This is just a introduction, I am writing this as...
Continue readingUX/UI AI and ML to help create a better design system
have used AI/ML in Ux for the past seven years. Now, I want to see how AI/ML can help build a better Design System. Creating a design system using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) can bring significant efficiency, consistency, and scalability benefits. Some thoughts on the creation of an AI/ ML design...
Continue readingUnderstanding Design Systems and Tokens
Simple version, Crafting Seamless Design Systems: Bridging the Gap from Figma to Code in Corporate Environments Chapter 1: Introduction to Design Systems In the dynamic realm of corporate design, the importance of cohesive and scalable design systems cannot be overstated. These systems support consistent user experiences across various platforms, fostering brand recognition and efficiency....
Continue readingDesigning for stakeholders is a tricky balance
In the User Experience (UX) design world, there’s a prevailing mantra: “Design for the user.” It’s a principle that has guided countless designers in creating products prioritizing user needs, preferences, and satisfaction. However, in creating user-centric designs, it’s easy to overlook another crucial aspect: the stakeholders. Stakeholders encompass a broad range of individuals or...
Continue readingUX should be a seamless transition across multiple platforms
A Multifaceted Approach In the modern digital landscape, where users seamlessly transition between various devices, shared experiences extend beyond a single platform. To truly create a sense of unity among users, UX designers must consider the unique challenges and opportunities presented by mobile devices, web interfaces, TV screens, and wearables like the Apple Watch....
Continue readingProduct owners are not UX, and Vice versa
It’s common for individuals in various roles, including product owners, to believe they have user experience (UX) design expertise. This can stem from the fact that UX design principles are becoming more widely recognized and integrated into different aspects of product development. Additionally, there’s a growing emphasis on cross-functional collaboration, where team members from...
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