Design Better Noah Levin: AMA with Figma's VP of Design on their latest releases
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Jul 16, 2025 Discover the latest features from Figma as Noah Levin shares insights from the annual Config conference. Dive into how AI is reshaping design roles and the importance of collaboration between designers and developers. Learn about emerging trends and the supportive environment for junior UX designers. Explore the evolving workflows in table design and print-focused projects, all while emphasizing community feedback to enhance user experience. It's a lively discussion about adapting to industry changes and building effective design teams!
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Figma's Team Growth Story
- Noah Levin shared a visual history of Figma's design team growth since 2017.
- He emphasized the human side of building products through collaborative teams.
Advice for Junior UX Designers
- Early career designers should focus on being helpful using their strengths.
- Collaboration and openness to ideas accelerate career growth more than doing everything alone.
Embrace AI with Curiosity
- Embrace AI tools with curiosity and play to reduce anxiety.
- Try new AI tools with your team to understand their benefits and prepare for change.
