by Artem Moiseev
This podcast series takes you on a step-by-step journey through UX design, from foundational principles to advanced AI-driven techniques. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, you'll gain valuable insights into how AI is reshaping the UX field.
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April 29, 2025
<p>Dive into the world of cross-functional teams in UX design with our latest podcast episode! We explore how these dynamic groups, blending diverse skills from marketing, programming, and design, drive innovation and efficiency in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Learn how each member, like ingredients in a cake, contributes unique expertise to achieve shared goals. Discover the pivotal role of designers as communicators, translating ideas across departments to shape impactful products. We’ll unpack the benefits—accelerated growth, enhanced collaboration, and professional development—while tackling challenges like unclear objectives, power dynamics, and workload balance. Whether you’re a designer or a team leader, this episode offers insights into fostering creativity and overcoming obstacles in cross-functional settings. Tune in to understand why collaborative teamwork is the key to unlocking innovation and success in UX design projects!</p>
April 22, 2025
<p>UX designers play a crucial role in shaping digital products through diverse responsibilities. From conducting user research and creating prototypes to testing designs and collaborating with teams, they ensure optimal user experiences. Entry-level positions focus on understanding user needs, working with design tools, and developing information architecture. Success requires mastering design software, effective presentation skills, and understanding business objectives. Designers must stay current with industry trends while working closely with developers, product managers, and marketers. The field emphasizes continuous learning, professional networking, and the ability to transform user feedback into practical solutions. Strong communication skills and adaptability are essential as designers navigate between user needs and business goals.</p>
April 15, 2025
<p>In design, there are three approaches: specialists, generalists, and T-shaped designers. Think of it like cooking dinner. A specialist is a chef who perfects one dish, like pizza. A generalist is a home cook who can make soup, salad, meat, and dessert—but not as expertly as the specialist. A T-shaped designer is a chef who cooks many dishes well but excels at pizza, blending versatility with expertise.</p><p><strong>Specialists</strong> master one design area, like UX writing or typography. They deliver deep, high-quality solutions for specific tasks but may lack breadth outside their niche.</p><p><strong>Generalists</strong> have broad skills and can tackle various project aspects. They’re not as deep as specialists but shine in flexibility, making them valuable for teams needing adaptability.</p><p><strong>T-shaped designers</strong> combine both worlds. They have wide-ranging knowledge, like generalists, and deep expertise in one or more areas, like specialists. This makes them adaptable yet capable of top-tier work in their specialty.</p><p><strong>Why be a T-shaped UX designer?</strong> Narrow specialization (I-shaped) works for some, but T-shaped skills offer advantages:</p><ol><li><strong>Better solutions</strong>: Broad knowledge helps you understand context and create smarter designs.</li><li><strong>Versatility</strong>: Specialization can be risky if demand shifts. T-shaped designers are appealing to employers as they handle diverse tasks.</li><li><strong>Exploration</strong>: Trying new areas reveals what suits you, opening exciting career paths.</li></ol><p><strong>Key T-shaped UX skills</strong>:</p><ul><li><strong>Product strategy</strong>: Grasping a product’s value and vision.</li><li><strong>Data analysis</strong>: Using data to inform decisions.</li><li><strong>Positioning</strong>: Enhancing user communication.</li><li><strong>DesignOps</strong>: Streamlining team workflows.</li><li><strong>Communication</strong>: Mastering negotiation and collaboration.</li><li><strong>Leadership</strong>: Supporting team growth without a formal title.</li><li><strong>Depth</strong>: Focusing on your core UX design area.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal projects</strong> are a great way to grow T-shaped skills. Build a website, app, or small store to learn project launches, client needs, and how business goals shape design. Hands-on practice ties skills together.</p><p><strong>When to choose each approach?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Specialists</strong> excel in large projects needing deep expertise.</li><li><strong>Generalists</strong> thrive in small-to-medium projects requiring multitasking.</li><li><strong>T-shaped designers</strong> fit any project, offering specialized skills for big tasks and flexibility for smaller ones.</li></ul><p>Your choice depends on your goals and project needs. T-shaped designers strike a balance, staying versatile while delivering excellence. Want to master one dish but still cook a full menu? Go T-shaped!</p>
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