Join Henry Modisett, the founding designer and Head of Design for Perplexity, a billion-dollar AI product, as he shares insights from his groundbreaking journey. Discover the importance of building a component system from scratch and how coding empowers designers. Henry dives into the challenges of creating intuitive, user-friendly interfaces while balancing design and technology. He also discusses the role of rapid prototyping in fostering innovation and accountability within design teams, making a compelling case for the evolution of design in the age of AI.

AI expert Henry Modisett from Perplexity AI and UX designer Kate Moran discuss the impact of AI on UX design. They touch on making AI user-friendly, mental models for AI, NN/g's role in the AI movement, and the fear of AI. The podcast explores the evolution of AI tools, the importance of simplicity in design, and the empowerment and innovation AI can bring to individuals and companies.