

Maheen Sohail - Navigating ambiguity in AI design
Aug 22, 2024
In this conversation, Maheen Sohail, a senior staff designer at Meta, dives into the world of generative design and AI. She shares insights on creating new interface patterns amidst ambiguity, emphasizing that even experts are learning as they go. Curiosity is highlighted as the core trait for designers, while Maheen's passion projects, like using AI to colorize images of Pakistan, showcase the power of hands-on exploration. Discussions on ethical dilemmas and the evolving role of designers in AI further illuminate the transformative landscape of technology.
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Navigating Ambiguity
- Embrace ambiguity and acknowledge that in emerging tech, nobody has all the answers.
- Focus on learning, exploring, and collaborating to discover solutions together.
Colorizing History
- Maheen Sohail colorized historical photos of Pakistan, retraining AI models to handle limitations.
- This sparked public interest in AI as art and deepened her understanding of the technology.
The Power of Side Projects
- Immerse yourself in the technology through hands-on side projects, driven by genuine curiosity.
- Use these projects to bridge the gap between technical jargon and creative applications.