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We don't know what we don't know

Jumping to a solution? Why it is part of the process

AI won't replace designers, but designers using AI will

I don’t know, but I’ll figure it out

The rubber duck method: How a simple technique can help you solve complex problems

Stickies #1

Sometimes learning starts from when we make room for new information

Connecting the dots: Steve Jobs’ timeless wisdom for designers

The janitor framework: reframing your work mindset

Design lessons from a $120M tech startup stumble

Feedback may not be the most effective approach

Five fundamental perspectives that shape great design

The Future of Design with AI

The mobile-first principle won’t always be relevant · Getting honest feedback from your customers · Focusing only on successful case studies could be misleading

How to better communicate your design

Is Duolingo unethical?

Uncovering use cases for your design

You can’t control, but at least, you can influence

Duolingo's unethical design? Improving articulation skills. Influence others

How to challenge others’ minds

Unpacking exploration

To learn is to design

Learning while working

Developing observation skill, how to practice your typography skills, and framework for discovering use cases & corner cases

The "Practice of Design Practice" book is out now.

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