Summary: Context architecture applies information architecture principles to AI systems, helping agents interpret information and produce better, user aligned responses. From Prompts to Context The way we shape AI products has evolved quickly. It started with prompt engineering. Early on, success depended on crafting the right instruction. A well-written prompt could unlock surprisingly strong results,… Continue reading Context Architecture
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The forgotten science behind self-improving companies
Cybernetics might just be the most important body of knowledge in 2026 and beyond. But don’t take my word for it. Look at the evidence: from technical staff at Anthropic to a production engineering talk at Factory, and YC founders speaking at Stanford — a pattern keeps emerging. They’re all talking about cybernetics. And as far as… Continue reading The forgotten science behind self-improving companies
Famous Brands Packaged Like Products: Creative AI Poster Series
What if popular digital brands were sold in stores just like everyday consumer products? That simple idea inspired this creative AI poster series. Instead of viewing brands as websites, apps, or online platforms, these posters imagine them as premium packaged products displayed on supermarket shelves. From social media giants and AI tools to creative platforms… Continue reading Famous Brands Packaged Like Products: Creative AI Poster Series
Usability, accessibility, and the human-AI paradigm
The divergence between usability and accessibility in the age of AI and vibe coding Usability and Accessibility Today, during what began as a routine discussion on accessibility with my Project Manager, the conversation took an unexpected turn. She suddenly looped in a senior member of the development leadership to “help move things forward.” In the middle… Continue reading Usability, accessibility, and the human-AI paradigm
Introduction to the new HTML element <geolocation>
There is a new HTML element called geolocation. I checked it out and here’s what I learned. The <geolocation> element The <geolocation> element provides a button that, when activated, prompts the user for permission to access their location. Originally, it was designed as a general <permission> element, but browser vendors indicated that implementing a “one-size-fits-all”… Continue reading Introduction to the new HTML element <geolocation>
The Death of the Double Click: How UX Finally Buried a Relic of the Desktop Era
Let’s be honest: double-clicking is dead. And if it isn’t, it should be. What began as a clever way to differentiate between selection and activation in the ‘80s desktop environment has somehow clung to life support through decades of UX evolution. But in 2025? It’s nothing short of a usability fossil. We don’t double-tap apps on phones. We… Continue reading The Death of the Double Click: How UX Finally Buried a Relic of the Desktop Era
Insights Aren’t Outcomes: Research Recommendation Breakage
Summary: Research recommendations often fail to reach users. Without tracking adoption, teams rely on hope instead of evidence to confirm their work creates change. Many research teams do good work. They identify the right problems, recruit the right participants, and run studies that reveal what is really going on. The end product is often packaged… Continue reading Insights Aren’t Outcomes: Research Recommendation Breakage
Intuitive Interfaces: What Actually Makes Them Clear
[unable to retrieve full-text content] Removing roadblocks on the user’s way to understanding your product Partners page for the JoyJam music platform by Outcrowd Expectation: Came, saw, conquered. Reality: Logged in, got confused, left. That’s pretty much what happens when you run into a poorly designed interface. The only “intuition” you feel is the urge to run away.… Continue reading Intuitive Interfaces: What Actually Makes Them Clear
You need to get started on ADA Title II compliance now: How to strategize funding, slash risk, and ensure ROI
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities by state and local governments, and the ADA Title II compliance clock is ticking. Do you have enough budget set aside? For large entities with populations of 50,000 or more, the deadline is less than nine months away. Fortunately, even… Continue reading You need to get started on ADA Title II compliance now: How to strategize funding, slash risk, and ensure ROI
How to eliminate costly rework and fix accessibility issues early with expert guidance from axe Assistant
Engineering teams today are under pressure to deliver high-quality, accessible code quickly, but these teams often lack an immediate channel to accessibility experts who can validate their work in real time. Without that guidance, issues can slip through that can lead to production delays, costly rework, and broken user experiences. That’s why having a reliable,… Continue reading How to eliminate costly rework and fix accessibility issues early with expert guidance from axe Assistant
People with diverse abilities
Introduction Accessibility is not just for people with disabilities, it is for everyone. Many of us may find ourselves in temporary or situational limitations on how we use and access content on the web. By creating solutions for users with a permanent disability, we are also helping users with temporary, situational disabilities or users with… Continue reading People with diverse abilities
14 logic-driven UI design tips to improve any interface
[unable to retrieve full-text content] UI design tips to improve your interface designs using logic rather than gut feel. Designing user interfaces is no easy task. With countless choices around layout, spacing, typography, and colour, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. And when you layer in considerations like usability, accessibility, and human psychology, the challenge only grows. But… Continue reading 14 logic-driven UI design tips to improve any interface
What’s new in axe Developer Hub: Updates for more flexibility, security, and control
When it comes to digital accessibility, finding issues earlier is always better. You save time and money, and most importantly, you ensure accessible experiences for your users every time. Axe Developer Hub was built so you can effortlessly add automated accessibility testing to your end-to-end (E2E) tests with just a simple configuration, allowing you to… Continue reading What’s new in axe Developer Hub: Updates for more flexibility, security, and control
50 Best Futuristic Fonts for Modern Design
Modern stylish futuristic fonts bring a sharp, clean, and forward-looking feel to your projects. Whether you’re designing a tech logo, a UI mockup, or a gaming title screen, the right typeface can make your work look modern and purposeful. So how do you pick a futuristic font that works? Start by focusing on clarity. Many… Continue reading 50 Best Futuristic Fonts for Modern Design
Avoiding Common Bias Traps in UX Surveys
[unable to retrieve full-text content] Part 3 (of 3) in the Crafting Effective UX Surveys series. In Part 1, we covered the essential “Do’s” for creating impactful surveys, and in Part 2, we focused on identifying and eliminating bias in survey questions. In this final part, we’ll explore the broader landscape of common bias traps that… Continue reading Avoiding Common Bias Traps in UX Surveys
Four AI Superpowers: Where AI Improves Products
Summary: When using AI consider its four “superpowers”: content creation, summarization, basic data analysis, and perspective taking. At Pendo’s Pendomonium conference recently, I asked my audience who had AI features on their product’s roadmap. Almost every hand in the room went up. But, based on my experience, I’m guessing many of those AI-powered features are… Continue reading Four AI Superpowers: Where AI Improves Products
Redefine Your Design Skills to Prepare for AI
Summary: Designers must embrace 5 principles as our industry shifts with AI. Generative AI is impacting job markets. According to researchers at Harvard Business School, the German Institute for Economic Research, and the U.K.’s Imperial College London Business School, demand for automation-prone jobs fell 21% eight months after the release of ChatGPT in late 2022.… Continue reading Redefine Your Design Skills to Prepare for AI
How Duolingo, Nike, and Amazon use rewards to keep you hooked
[unable to retrieve full-text content] Why Duolingo turns streaks into addictive habits while Amazon’s badges gather dust The habit loop uses rewards to drive engagement and retention, helping users stay consistent and achieve their goals. Drumroll, please! I recently sold an item on Vinted for the first time — finally, a win! To be honest, I originally downloaded the… Continue reading How Duolingo, Nike, and Amazon use rewards to keep you hooked
5 Hobbies for Busy Entrepreneurs Who Need to Unwind
Do you know the number one cause of stress in the United States? The answer, which may or may not surprise you, is the workplace. In fact, The American Institute of Stress reports that 120,000 people die annually due to work-related stress. Whether you’re a busy entrepreneur running a company on a shoestring budget or… Continue reading 5 Hobbies for Busy Entrepreneurs Who Need to Unwind
Duolingo: analyzing all engagement and retention techniques
[unable to retrieve full-text content] 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… Continue reading Duolingo: analyzing all engagement and retention techniques
Accessible Images For When They Matter Most
<div class=”logo”> <a href=”/” title=”Back to the homepage”> <picture> <source media=”(min-width: 1350px)” srcset=”…/images/logo-full.svg”> <img src=”…/images/logo/logo.svg” alt=”Smashing Magazine”> </picture> </a> </div> Hearing both the phrase “back to the homepage” and “Smashing Magazine” in one feature is OK since each phrase is unique and connected to a different purpose. For more complex alternative text phrases, conduct the… Continue reading Accessible Images For When They Matter Most
Documenting design process with Notion
[unable to retrieve full-text content] An ultimate approach to Design Documentation Managing projects efficiently is crucial to keep your work process moving smoothly. Working within a design team, or collaborating with multiple stakeholders, staying organised can be a challenge. This is where a Design Documentation Notion Template comes into play. Design documentation – Notion template A… Continue reading Documenting design process with Notion
Exploring AR Design for Children
Lab Projects Nurturing Innovation Through Lab Projects At UX studio, our lab projects help our team flex their creative muscles and freely explore new ideas, methods and technologies. During lab projects, we work within the studio in a smaller team to achieve a specific goal we’ve set, or develop a product we’ve envisioned. The dedicated… Continue reading Exploring AR Design for Children
From Figma to Functional App Without Writing a Single Line of Code
[unable to retrieve full-text content] How I Created a Design Tokens Converter in Minutes Using Claude Product designers don’t have to code, but knowing HTML and CSS will help us communicate with developers. In addition, a designer who knows JavaScript, Python, or another language, is a plus because they can explain the logic to the developer.… Continue reading From Figma to Functional App Without Writing a Single Line of Code