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Designing AI for Everyone: Beyond the Hype to Inclusive Experience

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July 16, 2025
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we think about products, services, and experiences. The excitement is palpable—and justified. AI opens doors to possibilities we're only beginning to explore, promising to transform how people interact with technology and solve problems. But amid this enthusiasm lies a critical opportunity: to approach AI design …
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Closing a Chapter: Reflections from My Journey at One Medical and Amazon

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July 13, 2025
I’m officially wrapping up my time at Amazon and One Medical — and what a journey it’s been. Eight years ago, I walked into One Medical as a patient and thought, this is what healthcare should feel like — no paperwork, thoughtful design, warm people, on-time care. A few years later, I …
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The AI Transformation: A Call to Action

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June 27, 2025
AI isn’t approaching, it’s already reshaping our world. While some embrace it as a creative partner for problem-solving, others hesitate, uncertain about its implications or waiting for clearer signals about what comes next. This uncertainty creates opportunity. The future belongs to those who engage with this transformation now, while others …
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The Evolution of Design in the Age of AI: From Pixel-Pushing to Strategic Leadership

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June 10, 2025
The democratization of design is happening before our eyes. Product managers sketch wireframes with AI assistants, engineers generate polished interfaces in minutes, and marketers create visual assets without opening Photoshop. What once required years of training and expensive software now happens with a simple prompt. This shift has sparked anxiety …

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