
A survey of thousands of tech workers reveals AI has split the workforce, with half thriving and half shaken, while burnout and job dissatisfaction surge.
In this edition

AI's ability to democratize execution highlights that strategic thinking and individual design judgment, not just preference prediction, are crucial for creating meaningful and impactful designs.

Figma hosts a workshop on building with components for educational purposes.

The Sleepers utilizes lightweight WebGL techniques, including swirling transitions and animated fog, to create an atmospheric experience.
Medium Rare's website features fun and interactive elements showcasing their work and experiments.

Using pure black in UI design is generally avoided in favor of other colors that achieve similar contrast and readability.

A senior product designer shares a 7-step workflow for using Claude Code efficiently after a year of daily use.

Editor's pick
Design craft is shifting from artifact production to discerning the right problems and owning outcomes, as AI commoditizes the creation of polished design elements.
Look & feel
Visual references from across the design web.