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#111 The Death of Navigation – Are We Designing Ourselves Out of a Job?

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May 1, 2025
What happens to UX design when navigation becomes obsolete? With AI like ChatGPT providing instant answers, the podcast explores the decline of traditional menus and search bars. Amazon and Spotify showcase personalized experiences that anticipate user needs, raising the question: is traditional navigation dead? As AI takes over interactions, UX designers must adapt, shifting focus from guiding users to fostering trust in AI-driven experiences. The future of UX is not disappearing but evolving.
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INSIGHT

AI Redefines Navigation

  • AI is drastically reducing the need for traditional navigation in UX design.
  • Users receive instant relevant information without browsing layers of menus.
ANECDOTE

AI-driven Personalization Examples

  • Spotify's AI curates playlists based on user mood and preferences automatically.
  • Amazon predicts purchases and sometimes ships before users explicitly order.
ADVICE

Focus on AI Trust Building

  • UX designers should shift focus from navigation to building trust in AI recommendations.
  • Help users trust AI decisions rather than merely guiding navigation.
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