Issue 516
Articles
Creativity is the only thing
An open letter to my fellow creatives in a dark hour.
The Biggest Challenges Practitioners Encounter Working in UX
Almost all the biggest challenges in the UX field originate from the same core problem: perception of UX.
Are You Doing Too Much Research?
A practical framework to assess research needs based on clarity, risk, and cost, ensuring your efforts deliver real impact.
Pablo Sánchez’s 7 Rules for Designing the Unexpected
The designer of Ableton’s Note app shares unconventional principles for creating unforgettable digital experiences.
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Tools and Resources
Color Palette Glossary
Learn the essential terms and concepts of color theory and palette creation.
Design System Diaries
Breakdowns and behind the scenes about design system challenges from some of the biggest design systems
Rapid A/B Test
A Figma plugin that compares two frames and gets real-time feedback from 100 people on their preferred design within a few minutes.
UX Portfolio
Dousa Miao
Dousa is an Interaction Designer at Google.
Last But Not Least
A blocky blank canvas: how Minecraft is inspiring a new wave of art and design
Generative art, immersive installations, and virtual music festivals – Minecraft’s cultural cachet goes far beyond the Overworld.
“The difference between independently arriving at a solution and simply adopting one is vast. One empowers, and the other inhibits.”
— Pablo Sánchez
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