Three guest designers discuss strategies for professional growth as individual contributors. Topics covered include traits of top ICs, becoming a collaborative designer, leveraging communication strengths, growing as a product designer, focusing on problem-solving, and seeking feedback to grow as a designer.

In this conversation, Maheen Sohail, a senior staff designer at Meta, dives into the world of generative design and AI. She shares insights on creating new interface patterns amidst ambiguity, emphasizing that even experts are learning as they go. Curiosity is highlighted as the core trait for designers, while Maheen's passion projects, like using AI to colorize images of Pakistan, showcase the power of hands-on exploration. Discussions on ethical dilemmas and the evolving role of designers in AI further illuminate the transformative landscape of technology.