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George Kedenburg - Pushing past the pixels
Aug 15, 2024
George Kedenburg, a design lead at Humane with a rich background at Meta, shares insights into the evolving role of product designers in the AI landscape. He discusses the shift from traditional UI design to intuitive, natural language interactions. George emphasizes creative problem-solving and how AI is reshaping software design. He also highlights the importance of prompt design and the experimental nature of working with AI, comparing it to navigating a well-stocked kitchen filled with unexpected orders. This conversation delves deeply into innovation and creativity in tech.
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Quick takeaways
- George Kedenburg highlights that designing AI products requires embracing ambiguity and a focus on creative problem solving beyond traditional visual design.
- The transition from Meta to Humane illustrates how product designers must navigate a rapidly changing environment, emphasizing flexibility and practical functionality in their work.
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