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Systems of Harm

Design systems and cognitive bias with David Dylan Thomas

May 10, 2023
David Dylan Thomas, author, speaker and filmmaker, discusses the impact of cognitive bias on design and inclusivity. Topics include bias in design systems, challenges of inclusive design, creating awareness and inspiring change, and the importance of dissent in design teams.
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Quick takeaways

  • Design systems should be designed to mitigate cognitive bias rather than eliminate it completely.
  • The push for simplicity in design systems should not overshadow the complexity of the human experience.

Deep dives

Bias and the Intersection of Design Systems

In this episode, the speaker introduces the series focusing on how design systems can perpetuate or mitigate systemic harm. The guest, David Dillantomas, explores the intersections of biases in design systems and the impact on users. They discuss how biases affect decision-making, ways to counterbalance biases, and the importance of inclusion and simplicity. The conversation also covers the complexity of identity and the need to question the collection of personal information. Overall, the episode emphasizes the role of design systems in creating inclusive experiences and the need to consider the context and rationale behind design decisions.

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