Product & Design Pulse v20

This Month…

1. Figma 2024: We shipped it, you shaped it
   A celebration of Figma’s achievements in 2024, highlighting the user-driven innovations and updates introduced throughout the year. It underscores the importance of community feedback in shaping new features and improving functionality.

2. The State of UX in 2025
   A forward-looking report analyzing trends expected to shape user experience in 2025, this article dives into emerging technologies, design practices, and user behavior shifts. It emphasizes the growing importance of accessibility, AI integration, and ethical considerations in design.
   

3. The 2024 Stratechery Year in Review
   This comprehensive review dissects the major business and technology trends of 2024, offering insights into how they impacted the industry. The article explores key events, market shifts, and strategic moves made by leading companies. It serves as a reflection on the year’s transformative moments and their implications for the future.
   

4. Casual Viewing by Will Tavlin
   In this thought-provoking essay, Will Tavlin examines the cultural and personal dimensions of casual video consumption. He delves into how streaming platforms and algorithms influence viewer habits and engagement. The piece blends cultural critique with personal narrative, offering a nuanced perspective on modern media consumption.
   

5. The UX Collectives top UX stories of the year
   This article compiles the most impactful UX stories and lessons from the past year, covering themes like innovation, inclusivity, and user-centered design. It highlights key projects, trends, and thought leadership that shaped the UX community. A perfect roundup for designers seeking inspiration and insights from the year’s best practices.

📱 Product & Feature Highlights

📚 Resources

🧠 For the Nerds

👀 Fun & Interesting Things

Check out this gif of a cat riding a sleigh I created with Sora. This is the best result after a series of tweaks (and it progressively getting more weird 😅)