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I used to think the best AI food logging flow would be simple: Take a photo, let the model identify the meal, confirm it, done. That works surprisingly well for a lot of meals. But while building MetricSync, I learned the awkward product truth: the best input method changes depending on what is in front of the user. A photo is great for a plate. A barcode is better for packaged food. Text is bett…

I recently built Letras Diferentes , a free Unicode text-styling tool for people who want creative copy-paste fonts for bios, nicknames, social posts and gaming profiles. The idea is simple: Type normal text Preview different Unicode styles Copy the result in one click Use it on Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok, Free Fire, Discord or social posts The project is especially focused on Portuguese-speakin…

We browse websites every day, and some feel really nice to use, while others technically work perfectly fine but still start to feel frustrating after a few seconds. It’s usually not because the better website has fancy animations or uses the latest frontend framework. It just feels easier to use. The truth is, good websites are not only about visuals. They are about experience. A lot of the time…

Can you design for someone you don’t understand? Too often, biases and assumptions creep into the design process. Cultural context shapes the way people navigate, interpret, and engage with digital products, services and experiences. What feels intuitive in one culture might be confusing, or even alienating, in another. Research, cross-cultural UX design and personas can bridge this gap. The worl…

Agile methods boost UX design teams' adaptability. The shift from traditional to agile methods occurred because the former fell short. Agile nurtures a dynamic environment where innovation thrives—it promotes early and frequent testing to minimize risks through short, iterative cycles while teams collaborate closely as they apply feedback to designs. This approach enhances usability and user sati…

Beyond the Toggle: 4 Rules for Perfecting Dark Mode UX in 2026 A few years ago, "Dark Mode" was a luxury feature. Today, it’s an expectation. Whether it’s to save battery life on OLED screens or to reduce eye strain during a late-night coding session, users want the choice. However, many developers make the mistake of simply "inverting" their CSS colors and calling it a day. Real dark mode requir…

Lee este APEX Insight en Español. When the CIO of a logistics giant finally audited why their regional team was 40% behind schedule, they didn't find lazy employees. They found a legacy screen demanding 50 mandatory data columns. One of the most dangerous myths in software development is that internal applications don't need good UX because employees are "paid to use them." While your users might…

The Fashion UX Framework: Become a Trend-Proof UX Designer In this Master Class, you'll: - Get excited about a fashion UX-focused way to read what's coming next. This is your Hype Detox: Learn to spot durable shifts like Authentic AI before they reshape customer trust and expectations, separate what actually matters from expensive distractions, and finally feel ahead of the curve instead of chasi…

Imagine a new mobile app or an e-commerce site gets launched; it looks great, sure, and it should be a hit because it at least looks like it’s got what it takes, but—drumroll—it tanks in the marketplace, all because people find it hard to complete even the simplest tasks. That’s rough, but—behind that—the use cases for the digital product weren’t planned well, and it’s the real “culprit.” Use cas…

UX design for Augmented Reality (AR) has some different guidelines than what is used for screen-based UX. Designers must consider the space and the physical limits of what is comfortable for the human body. Also, as AR overlays physical space, you must be very aware of the cognitive load because you add to the existing distractions of the real world. In this video, UX consultant Frank Spillers co…

When I’m building or maintaining websites, one of my top priorities is making sure that my users have a positive user experience (UX) on my site. Luckily, there are UX metrics you can collect and examine to better understand how well your site is meeting your users' needs — and where you might want to improve. In this post, I’ll explain the different UX metrics, dive into which you should choose,…

In this episode, I sit down with Adrian Wong, a startup and global corporation innovation technology leader and venture partner with expertise in digital transformation, early-stage startups, and new product development. We discuss the evolving landscape of user experience (UX) design, the importance of understanding customer needs, and the challenges and opportunities emerging technologies like …

User experience is a specific point in web design that lies at the heart of creating memorable digital interactions and focuses on enhancing customer satisfaction. Designing a great website user experience requires a deep understanding of your users, what they need, what they value, their capabilities, as well as their limitations. In this blog, we'll explore the transformative power of responsiv…

AI-Powered UX Design: How to Elevate Your UX Career Are you a designer looking to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving industry? Look no further than the exciting artificial intelligence (AI) technology world! Learn how to incorporate AI tools into your design workflow and leverage powerful new techniques to automate repetitive tasks, enhance data analysis, and improve overall user engag…

How to Create Successful Design Systems with Storytelling Transform your design systems with the power of storytelling in this 1-hour Master Class with Jarvis Moore, Senior Product Designer at LinkedIn. In this session, you'll learn through real-world case studies how to collaborate effectively with your design team and stakeholders to craft user stories that capture your audience's needs and des…

How to Design Engaging Products: Insights from Fortnite's UX Learn how to create engaging user experiences with insights from Epic Games’ Fortnite. In this Master Class, former director of UX at Epic Games and 15-year game industry veteran, Celia Hodent, will show you the psychology and UX framework behind the development of successful games like Fortnite, and how you can apply the same strategie…

How to Remove Bias from Your Products The world of interaction design is characterized by a “solving” culture. Designers are transfixed by solutions. Sometimes, a design begins with an idea for a solution, which is then connected backwards to a shallow problem. Additionally, in the quest to generate solutions fast, we assume we know what people are trying to accomplish, and we design from our own…

Mobile UX design should be useful, usable, desirable, findable, accessible, and credible. Creating a clear, comprehensive mobile app design is essential to give consumers the best user experience possible. To create a successful mobile app, user experience (UX) is critical components of its success. Let's delve into the nuanced approach of user experience design in enhancing the mobile app experi…

In an era where customer satisfaction is paramount, understanding User Experience (UX) design is vital for business success. This article explores the concept, significance, and role of User Experience Designer in product development, and how it shapes customer experience. We’ll delve into the complexities of UX design, address common challenges, and underscore the value of … UX Unveiled: Meaning…

Writing a UX case study can be overwhelming with the proper guidance. Designing for the user experience and writing about it in a case study is much more than writing content for a webpage. You may ask, “If my design speaks for itself, should I include a UX case study in my portfolio?” Yes, you should include UX case studies in your portfolio. And here’s why. You need to make your portfolio stand…