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The Object-Oriented UX Podcast
059 - Making Sense of Language Messes with Abby Covert
Apr 26, 2024
Abby Covert, an information architect, discusses tech debt, the power of language, and diagramming. She emphasizes letting go of perfectionism, the complexity of words, and why diagramming is a high-order skill. The podcast delves into organizing messy systems, the importance of nouns in design, and simplifying user confusion in complex systems.
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- Object-based understanding in system design prevents duplication and ensures clarity in communication.
- Navigating organizational dynamics while addressing object-level issues is crucial for successful resolutions.
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The Importance of Object-Oriented Understanding in System Design
Understanding the significance of nouns and objects in a system design is crucial to prevent duplication and streamline communication. A video-based startup faced a language consistency challenge with 14 terms for video, highlighting the critical need for an object-based understanding to avoid confusion and ensure clarity throughout the organization.
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