The way we explain the future becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. Continue reading on UX Collective »
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How to make tables fit on small screens (spoiler: you probably can’t and maybe you shouldn’t)
How to display tables on small screens has been a hot topic for a while. A quick Google search will yield numerous resources, tutorials… Continue reading on UX Collective »
Our company is acquired. Now what?
“Business as usual” applies no more to us UX professionals if we must navigate organizational changes. Continue reading on UX Collective »
Accessible form validation from scratch: Styling
Part 4: Focus management, offloading to CSS, hiding irrelevant elements Continue reading on UX Collective »
Going offroad for a better design system
Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. “In technology, we use metaphors to simplify and relate ideas. They serve as stepping stones to explaining high-level concepts and popularizing AI. We must be cautious about the metaphors we embrace and the narratives we construct when discussing AI’s future. They shape our perceptions, set expectations, and guide our …
Why you should never hide your email unsubscribe link
An animation of the Nissan Xterra, Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan swapping on screen, all using the same automotive frame. Credit: Trip Carroll Building flexible design systems just like my Nissan Xterra. The Nissan Xterra is awesome I love the Nissan Xterra. I’ve been driving an Xterra since I was in college (over 15 years ago). I’ve owned two …
Why you should have a brag document
A cautionary tale of email deliverability, retention, and LTV. Every so often, I do a big email prune. So, there I was in bed last Sunday morning going through my 2,000 unread emails. And I saw one where I thought to myself “I swear I’ve unsubscribed from this brand before…” It was my pet insurance provider. So I click through …
Don’t just drop design projects: The importance of aftercare as a designer
How to grow as a designer and avoid portfolio headaches Continue reading on UX Collective » It’s your secret weapon for performance reviews and job interviews. A few jobs ago I was up for a raise. As part of the performance review process, my manager asked me to do a self-review of the past year …
Why not all voices should be equal in the design process
If we are serious about social change and equity, we need to start centring the knowledge and decisions of those deeply impacted. Illustration by me. Inspired by Brian Tong. Who do we design for? Most social impact designers and socially-minded agencies will tell you what they design for: a “better” future. But when it comes to who …