Dive Club 🤿 How product design works at Raycast 💡
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Jul 23, 2025 Explore the vibrant work culture of Raycast's product design team, where collaboration thrives. Discover their innovative use of shared Figma files and 'Pixel Rumble' sessions that spark creativity. Learn about 'Ray Days', allowing team members to dive into exciting projects beyond routine tasks. Delve into the harmony between design and engineering, enhancing communication and quick iterations. Plus, hear about tools like Lovable and Granola that streamline design processes and elevate team collaboration. Creativity and problem-solving take center stage!
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Craftsmanship is Company-Wide
- Craftsmanship is a company-wide obsession at Raycast, not just confined to design.
- High design understanding is embedded across all teams, including engineering and leadership.
Low-Barrier Design Sharing
- Raycast uses low-barrier sharing methods like design digests in Figma to facilitate easy feedback.
- Avoiding screen sharing for minor updates increases participation and reduces pressure.
Minimal Meetings for Deep Focus
- Raycast’s culture emphasizes minimal meetings to maximize focus and creative flow.
- Designers enjoy large chunks of meeting-free time to deeply explore and iterate.