The Interface Problem Is Solved. The Identity Problem Isn't.

📰 Dev.to · Tom Lee

Learn how interfaces have become a solved problem, but identity remains a challenge, and why it matters for software engineering and product management

intermediate Published 3 Apr 2026
Action Steps
  1. Read Ethan Mollick's Substack piece on Claude Dispatch and the Power of Interfaces to understand the current state of interfaces
  2. Analyze how interfaces have become a commodity in software development
  3. Identify potential identity problems in your current project or product
  4. Apply user research and testing to better understand your users' needs and preferences
  5. Design and implement solutions that address the identity problem, such as personalized user experiences or robust authentication systems
Who Needs to Know This

Software engineers, product managers, and designers can benefit from understanding the distinction between interface and identity problems to improve their product development and user experience

Key Insight

💡 The interface problem is solved, but the identity problem is still a major challenge in software development

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🚀 Interfaces are no longer a problem, but identity remains a challenge! 💡

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Ethan Mollick's latest Substack piece, Claude Dispatch and the Power of Interfaces, makes a...
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