Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. “However, when it comes to building a product, the way different roles approach decisions is shaped by their own experiences and thought processes. This is because our brains naturally rely on familiar information. When a CTO works on a product, their mental framework already includes a deep understanding of […]

Prevent chaotic scenarios by breaking the process into manageable steps. Visual representation of the Progressive Design Model an attempt to implement CI/CD-ish Pipeline into Design A bit of context — how did Agile originate? 🐥 Historically, most software would be created through a process called Waterfall. In environments characterized by high costs, risks, and a limited pool of […]

Timeless wisdom from sci-fi applied to UX. Continue reading on UX Collective » How distraction-driven products lead to failures and promote unsafe behaviors Photo by cottonbro studio from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-people-engaged-on-their-phones-8088495/ In today’s tech-driven world, user experience is more important than ever.From the simplest consumer app to the most complex industrial software, how we interact with […]

Over 500 million people around the world use Duolingo to learn languages. In this article, we will dive into Duolingo’s engagement strategies and how this company keeps users motivated and coming back to the app again and again. Collage created by author Duolingo uses the Self-Determination Theory in the product. This concept says that people are driven […]

How distraction-driven products lead to failures and promote unsafe behaviors Photo by cottonbro studio from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-people-engaged-on-their-phones-8088495/ In today’s tech-driven world, user experience is more important than ever.From the simplest consumer app to the most complex industrial software, how we interact with digital products can dramatically impact our lives and businesses. For most people, a […]

A simpler approach to a complicated topic. As designers, it’s time we take charge of change. We don’t need another discussion on why accessibility matters in product design. The reasons are well-established, from enhancing your design expertise and improving usability to creating a more inclusive world. What’s lacking is how we implement accessibility in a way […]

How implementation models hinder good design. Continue reading on UX Collective » Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. “Just as a tanker cannot make sudden movements without causing disruption, organizations are slow to adapt and change due to their size complexity and established structures. Shifting the course of a company requires careful planning, coordination, and […]

Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. “Just as a tanker cannot make sudden movements without causing disruption, organizations are slow to adapt and change due to their size complexity and established structures. Shifting the course of a company requires careful planning, coordination, and patience. I lead the Momentum Design System team at Cisco where I’ve […]

Once called design handoff or design reviews, delivering information and context for development is crucial for bringing the design intentions to life. When looking at scale, for a design system to function without faults, Component Specs should cover it all. Over the years, I’ve worked closely with developers, product managers, quality assurance engineers, and other development […]

In the battle against misinformation, the solution lies in greater transparency, not censorship. Continue reading on UX Collective » Apps like Uber Eats aren’t just about convenience; they’re designed to make food delivery a habit you don’t even think about. Did you ever order food with the Uber Eats app? I certainly have — and I bet I’m […]