Discover how AI can enhance design thinking processes. Learn the principles of design thinking and explore case studies of innovative AI-driven solutions.

The Intersection of Design Thinking and AI: Enhancing Innovation

This edition of UCDigest explores how the fusion of AI and design thinking can spark innovation, with detailed insights and case studies showcasing AI-driven solutions. Dive into the nuances of CSS with a focus on animating intrinsic sizing keywords like 'auto', an essential read for web developers. Understand the ongoing battle Wikipedia faces as it counters the degradation of content caused by AI inaccuracies. Gain inspiration from Ben Cullimore's personal journey from interaction to service design, packed with practical advice for those considering similar career transitions. Learn about a statistical technique used by scientists to handle incomplete data, crucial in both social and biological research. Also featured is 'Keak', an AI-powered tool that enhances website conversion rates through advanced A/B testing, making website optimization easier and more effective. Finally, discover how Adobe Design addresses the challenges in implementing and adopting design systems, positioning system designers as key advisors and evangelists.

Explore AI and design thinking, CSS animations, Wikipedia's fight against AI slop, insights on moving from interaction to service design, and a powerful AI A/B testing tool for better website conversions.

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❓ A Gesamtkunstwerk, or 'total artwork,' is a multidisciplinary approach that integrates various art forms into a cohesive whole. It traces began as term in opera, combining music, drama, and theatrical effects, but is nowadays more often applied to ideas in architecture. But perhaps it has a place in CX too?

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All signal, no noise. Here's the best of what I've been reading this week – a collection of practical tips, exciting projects and news from the space between design, technology, and transformation.

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In this latest issue of UCDigest, Brad Frost takes us into the future of prototyping with a fascinating video post showcasing real-time prototypes using Claude, which is perfect for designers keen on integrating code into their workflow. Rauno Freiberg offers a collection of intriguing demos to elevate your web design and coding practices. Matt Webb brings a unique flair with his 'Cursor Party' project, transforming webpages into interactive community spaces. Ahmad Shadeed provides a deep dive into the 'display: contents;' CSS property, revealing its potential for simplifying complex layouts. The issue also highlights a resurgence of generalist roles in design, promoting adaptability and efficiency within teams. Moreover, NN/g introduces Ari, an AI UX intern designed to assist your design process similarly to how you'd work with a human intern. An insightful piece discusses the evolving importance of 'taste' in Silicon Valley, stating that while software remains essential, it's no longer the differentiating factor. Lastly, an interesting tidbit on the concept of Gesamtkunstwerk encourages readers to consider its application in customer experience design.

Explore prototyping with Brad Frost, Rauno Freiberg's demos, Matt Webb's 'Cursor Party', and more in this issue of UCDigest. Learn about the versatility of 'display: contents;' in CSS, the rise of design generalists, and meet Ari, the AI UX intern. Discover how 'taste' is reshaping Silicon Valley.

Don Norman coined the term 'UX' in the mid-90's after joining Apple as a researcher, to describe the totality of interactions between a user and an organisation.

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All signal, no noise. Here's the best of what I've been reading this week – a collection of practical tips, exciting projects and news from the space between design, technology, and transformation. 🦾 We're following up last week with an end-to-end framework for creating generative generative user interfaces; the endgame of modular, hyper-personalised UI.🛠️ The Neilsen Norman Group rounds up their free templates into one handy list and UXPin releases Merge, bringing code and design together in one tool (just like Framer X used to!) 💡 Anu Atluru talks about modern life's digital consolidation and the effects diminishing our tactile experience has our wellbeing.👔 And don't miss some industry inside views on the attention economy and offline experiences in the dining and travel sectors – plus plenty more. Read well!

In this week's edition of UCDigest, explore what a day in the life of a service designer at GDS looks like and delve into the fascinating intersection of AI and medieval theology to address ethical accountability. John Gruber discusses the increasing divergence in iOS experiences between the EU and the rest of the world, attributed to the EU's DMA rules. Learn about decentralizing UX with ML and GenAI to create truly individual experiences and find out how UX and product management roles can collaborate better to avoid conflicts. Discover UXPin Merge, a new tool bridging the gap between design and development by importing React components into your design tool. Revolut founder shares seven tips for building high-performance teams. Read about the Future Fifty accelerator welcoming 25 new start-ups, and dive into issues with kerning on the web. Apple's Vision Pro headset exposed users' passwords, highlighting the importance of privacy in design. Assess the energy efficiency of various programming languages to make energy-conscious development choices, and explore three ways to improve travel in the era of flight disruption. Check out Rauno Freiberg's playful portfolio for some creative inspiration, and use NN/g’s free templates for your product development. Also, understand the rise of solo dining and its impact on restaurant design, and read about the decline of the attention economy. Lastly, the EU’s new digital ID framework introduces a universal digital wallet, and Tim Berners-Lee sees it as an opportunity for humans to regain ownership of their data. Not subscribed yet? Get UCDigest direct to your inbox and never miss an edition.

This week's UCDigest: a day in the life of a service designer at GDS, AI & medieval theology on ethics, EU's impact on iOS, decentralizing UX with ML & GenAI, better collaboration between UX and PMs, bridging design and development with UXPin Merge, and more!

<h2 id="ember57">...the first computer programmer was a woman?&nbsp;In the mid-1800's, Ada Lovelace collaborated with Charles Babbage on the first general-purpose computer, the Analytical Engine, and produced the first algorithm designed to be executed by a machine. She envisioned computers going beyond number crunching – examining how individuals and society relate to technology as a collaborative tool. </h2>

<h3>Hello changemakers 👋</h3>All signal, no noise. Here's the best of what I've been reading this week –&nbsp;a collection of practical tips, exciting projects and news from the space between design, technology, and transformation. First up, Peter Smart talks generative user interfaces; the endgame of modular, hyper-personalised UI turning Human-Computer Interaction into Computer-Human Interaction. We also look at treating the causes, not the symptoms of accessibility fails with Adrian Roselli's quick checklist and advice on changing design culture from designers at the UK Home Office.And don't miss the spicy takes from Claire Vo on how to make "Founder Mode" work at scale, Dann Petty on the future of design roles and Derek Guy on the intertwining of taste and socio-economic class.Enjoy reading!

This week's UCDigest brings you the latest in user-centered design with a range of exciting projects, practical tips, and industry news. Dive into the evolution of user interfaces with insights on making computers adapt to human ways of communication. Explore a fun, hands-on project to build an interactive light toy using Arduino and tactile user interfaces. Gain a deeper understanding of research paradigms—positivism, interpretivism, and pragmatism—and how they influence research execution. Read about Jony Ive's design firm LoveFrom partnering with Moncler to reinvent the button, and discover some intriguing historical tidbits about Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer. Learn practical tips on training GenAI to assist you in research, and find out how progressive profiling can enhance user engagement without lengthy onboarding processes. Get inspired by Low-tech Magazine’s sustainable approach to innovation and save time with a checklist for evaluating digital content accessibility. Understand the importance of decision trees in making your design system user-friendly and explore strategies to overcome accessibility issues by fostering a culture change. We also cover topics like breaking past optimization plateaus and IKEA's new second-hand furniture marketplace that exemplifies sustainability. Learn why the Windsor knot may not be the best style choice and discover free typeface resources from Atipo Foundry. Get insights from @DannPetty on the future landscape of design jobs and what roles will be in demand.

This week's UCDigest covers evolving user interfaces, a fun Arduino project, research paradigms, Jony Ive's new collaboration, and Ada Lovelace's pioneering contributions. Learn how to train GenAI for research, use progressive profiling, and ensure accessibility in digital content. Get inspired by Low-tech Magazine and find out about IKEA’s new resale platform and future design job trends.

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