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Code & Development UX Design

Don’t call it a code handoff – design styleguide

Instead of code handoffs, the styleguide is the place where design and code meet, so use it to your advantage.

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UX Design

The why is the focus not the how

The why is more important, and more powerful than the how. In design it helps us uncover the key to a problem and moves us from discovery to action. The why gives the design a reason for being.

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Code & Development Design Thinking UX Design UX Musings

Give your UX journey time to unfold

To succeed as a UX designer, be aware of your surroundings and the tech that you’re designing for. Understand your technological environment to design for users.

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UX Design UX Maturity

What are you most afraid to do? Do that first

Lean into your fears and don’t be afraid to suck. How can you be brave and not be afraid of sucking?

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Design Thinking UX Design UX Research

Use a real photo for a persona

A real photo provides a stronger sense of authenticity, making the persona feel more like a real person. People relate more easily to real faces, enhancing empathy and engagement.

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Code & Development Design Thinking UX Design

API Design First methodology – UX design your APIs

APIs are products, and their usability matters. Use Design Thinking to design APIs.

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Design Thinking UX Design UX Job Market UX Maturity

Design fatigue is real

Hype waves and economic stresses distract companies from working on valuable projects, and cause design fatigue.