Don’t design like a programmer (2010)

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Learn to separate programming and design skills to create better user experiences

intermediate Published 14 Apr 2016
Action Steps
  1. Read the article 'Don't design like a programmer' to understand the importance of design in programming
  2. Identify the key differences between programming and design skills
  3. Apply design principles to your programming projects to improve user experience
  4. Collaborate with designers to gain a better understanding of design principles
  5. Test your designs with real users to get feedback and improve
  6. Refactor your code to implement design changes and improvements
Who Needs to Know This

Designers and programmers on a team can benefit from understanding the differences between their skills to collaborate more effectively

Key Insight

💡 Programming and design require different skill sets, and combining them effectively can lead to better user experiences

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💡 Don't design like a programmer! Separate skills for better UX

Key Takeaways

Learn to separate programming and design skills to create better user experiences

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