UX Design
What are the key changes in Apple's WWDC 2025 software update?
Apple's WWDC 2025 introduced version unification, with all operating systems now labeled as version 26 instead of having separate numbering systems. The update features a new 'liquid glass' aesthetic that makes UI elements like icons, dialog boxes, and the lock screen more transparent. iOS 26 includes a redesigned, simplified camera app with hidden settings and new phone features like call screening and hold assist, similar to popular Pixel features. The update also integrates contacts, voicemail, and missed calls into one unified interface for improved user experience.
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Marques Brownlee
00:03 - 04:12
How should designers effectively use AI in their workflow?
Designers should use AI as a starting point and then add their own personality and ideas to maintain individuality. Grace Ling recommends being mindful when building or using AI tools, as they significantly increase production speed. While AI won't replace designers entirely, Grace believes it will replace those who don't adopt it. She emphasizes that AI can create new forms of content through human-AI collaboration, making it important for designers to learn how AI fits into their workflow to enhance creativity and productivity rather than seeing it as a replacement.
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UXDX
09:06 - 09:22
How is AI being used to enhance user experiences in creative agency work?
Creative agencies are leveraging AI to create compelling user experiences that enhance brand engagement. In Brian Tillman's work with Blackbird, an AI company doing cutting-edge research on narrative intelligence, they fully embraced AI-generated art to develop a bold visual identity where the interface feels interactive, with elements like glowing eyes that seem to watch users as they scroll. Rather than just implementing a vision, the focus is on creating the best possible experience using collective skills, resulting in websites that are engaging, tactile, and industry-defining. This approach effectively plants a flag for brands in competitive digital spaces.
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Firebrandcomms
37:42 - 38:50
How did Balaji Rao transition from being a designer to developing product management skills?
As a freelance designer, Balaji had to become more creative when working with founders and entrepreneurs who didn't provide specific instructions for screens and functionality. He needed to figure out design elements himself while asking deeper questions about the product's purpose. Through collaborating with various stakeholders (founders, engineers, business people), he learned to understand entrepreneurs' motivations by probing about target users, unique selling points, and core features. This experience taught him the importance of understanding the purpose behind products and how they solve problems - key product management skills.
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Balaji Rao
01:58 - 03:27
How do you build an advanced search bar in React that filters through book data?
To build an advanced search bar in React that filters book data, first create a reusable search bar component that takes two props: a placeholder and the dataset to search through. Structure the component with an input field and a search icon using Material UI icons (installed via 'yarn add @material-ui/core' and 'yarn add @material-ui/icons'). Implement the filtering logic by mapping through the data array and returning the relevant information for each book (like title) when it matches the search query. Add styling to improve the UI, including proper positioning, fonts, and responsive design. This approach allows the search bar to filter results in real-time as users type, while also providing the option to click on results to open Wikipedia pages.
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PedroTech
00:08 - 13:00
How can small businesses design professional HTML emails without coding skills?
Today's email marketing tools offer ready-to-use HTML templates that automatically generate code, allowing businesses without web designers to create professional-looking emails. These tools enable customization without requiring coding knowledge, making them ideal for small teams wanting polished email campaigns. For those comfortable with HTML who want more control, most email platforms allow importing custom templates. There are numerous free HTML templates online that can be tailored to fit specific brand requirements. Alternatively, those seeking to create emails from scratch would need advanced HTML knowledge or developer assistance. Regardless of approach, it's essential to design with a mobile-first mindset to ensure responsiveness across different devices.
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Elena Bezborodova
15:41 - 16:29