The only way an “edit” feature on Twitter would work

How to provide what users want, while keeping them accountable for what they tweet Continue reading on UX Collective »

How machines have come to naturally speak human language

The prior linguistic revolution of the compiler Continue reading on UX Collective »

10 publications that contextualize design in South Africa

There are so few independent publications currently being produced in South Africa, and even fewer with a coherent design sensibility. All the more reason to know about those publications that have made a historic impression, and support those that are currently trying to create history. It should b..

Which type of pre-onsite technical interview is the best for recruiting engineers?

I asked 300+ engineers what type of pre-onsite interview experience they prefer and this is what I found out. Continue reading on UX Collective »

When all you have is a hammer…

Cognitive bias with tools in UX and beyond. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Randomness, birthdays pigeons, and twisters

What is Random? with Pseudo-Random Numbers Continue reading on UX Collective »

Mend the world

It’s time to move away from sticker mentality.I am mending a sock. It is slow and might seem irrational when new socks are cheap and easy to get. At least from the perspective of someone who has a job and a home in America. But it is honest work. There comes a moment, a satisfying moment, when the l..

The art of scientific intuition in UX

Can the seemingly opposing forces of intuition and scientific thinking be leveraged to fuel novel and creative user experience explorations?Initial D, written by Shuichi ShigenoThe above scene from Initial D anime shows Takumi blazing down the slopes of Mt. Akina, delivering hot tofu from his family..

The UI & UX tips collection — Volume two

A collection of 18 tips to help improve your designs. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Design is everything but everything isn’t design

Why brands put aesthetics ahead of everything else but need everything else for design to truly succeedAesthetics are an expression of purpose. What we believe, the choices we make, and the products and services we choose to use are bound up in our individual worldview and belief system. Our choices..