
#178 What we got wrong about AI replacing design?
Anfi and Ioana discuss how AI has changed the approach to design systems. They explore the idea that AI was expected to replace UI systems,...
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Honest weekly conversations about UX design career, challenges, portfolios, mental health, and all things UX. Ioana and Anfisa together have 20 years of experience in the UX field and trying...

Anfi and Ioana discuss how AI has changed the approach to design systems. They explore the idea that AI was expected to replace UI systems,...

Ioana and Baytaş discuss what being a design engineer entails. They explore whether vibe coding can be a pathway into design engineering and...

Ioana and Anfi discuss how the design process has evolved in the age of AI: should we rely on educated guesses or actual research? How can w...

Anfi and Ioana discuss their past dream careers from a few years ago, explore whether big tech companies still shine on a CV, and share what...

Ioana talks about the key skills to showcase in a UX design portfolio in 2026 that hiring managers value, highlights timeless design princip...

Anfi and Ioana discuss what it means to develop taste and how, in the age of AI, cultivating refined taste—whether in aesthetics, craft, or...

Ioana and Anfi discuss how to start design career in 2026, why bootcamps are going out of the market and how to utilize AI in the job search...

Ioana shares recent field insights on vibe coding, design culture, and AI-driven strategies she learnt from Lovable and Intercom designers....

Anfi shares insights on her journey working in a fast-paced scale-up, transforming weaknesses into strengths, strategic product pitching, ef...

Anfi and Ioana discuss how to get buy-in and communicate effectively with stakeholders. They explore how to present designs convincingly, ar...

Anfi and Ioana explore the future of design jobs, questioning whether design roles will remain the same as the tech industry transforms. The...

Anfi and Ioana explore the mental health challenges of recent years, sharing strategies to preserve self-identity, manage anxiety, and set h...

Anfi and Ioana discuss their strategies for preparing for the upcoming hiring season, covering key topics such as portfolio, the interview p...

Ioana and Anfi discuss how values are shifting in the design world amidst rapid change. They explore the traits that designers should cultiv...

Anfi and Ioana reflect on the past year, sharing how their careers have evolved and how AI has impacted their journeys. Looking ahead to 202...

Ioana offers a glimpse into her upcoming book release. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studi...

Anfi and Ioana discuss the key factors that can directly influence your salary and increase your earning potential within your role. This ep...

Anfi and Ioana explore the fundamental transformations shaping the market today. They discuss how AI has become embedded in every aspect of...

Anfi and Ioana discuss how AI and design tools they use daily have impacted their workflows. They share their experiences with various tools...

Anfi and Ioana explore the design scene in 2025, sharing insights on current trends, key shifts, and the evolving landscape. They discuss th...

Ioana and Anfi discuss their biggest career challenges, explore what the industry should do to empower designers and prioritize design, and...

Ioana explains the origin of the term "vibe coding" and its core principles. She outlines how to build products using this approach, includi...

Anfi and Ioana discuss how to start your entrepreneurship journey as a UX designer. This episode was recorded in partnership with ...

Ioana and Ran share their experiences of becoming mothers, exploring how to navigate the pressures of succeeding in the tech industry while...

Ioana uncovers a bunch of other eye-opening insights she learned at the TED AI Vienna conference, such as how AI could actually widen inequa...

Anfi shares valuable lessons she learned while trying her hand as a Product Manager—insights that aren't typically included in job descripti...

Anfi and Ioana discuss how to craft an effective one-liner for your portfolio. This episode was recorded in partnership with ...

Ioana explores how AI is transforming the role of designers from creators to curators and editors of machine-generated outputs. This episode...

Anfi and Ioana discuss the essential qualities recruiters seek in designers, the growing importance of AI literacy, and strategies for confi...

Ioana shares her experience in San Francisco at the Adobe AI Summit, reflecting on her observations of the city’s vibrant tech scene and eme...

Anfi shares the insights and experiences that have shaped her design principles. This episode was recorded in partnership with ...

Anfi and Ryan discuss why designers need business skills, how to develop them, and the positive future of design with AI. This episode was r...

Ioana and Anfi discuss what constitutes good design quality. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Marketplace. In...

Ioana and Andrei discuss how AI agents are transforming daily work, the differences in designing for agentic AI versus traditional UX, and t...

Anfi and Ioana discuss the current state and future of the junior designer market, ways to succeed, the impact of AI, and whether pursuing t...

Anfisa and Tej discuss the principles of inclusive design, its impact on society, strategies for incorporating it into their workflow, and t...

Anfi and Ioana discuss emerging portfolio trends in the age of AI and how to effectively use AI tools. This episode was recorded in partners...

Ioana and Henry discuss working amidst ambiguity and with products that are constantly shape-shifting. This episode was recorded in partners...

Ioana and Caitlin explore how designers at Intercom are beginning to use the Cursor tool to code directly, discuss the broader adoption of A...

Ioana and Anfisa discuss the future of design roles, the impact of AI on collaboration, and how professionals can adapt and thrive in the ev...

Ioana had a live Maven session where she shared insights on how AI is transforming design, the role of AI designers, and strategies to stay...

Ioana and Kate delve into the world of growth design, exploring its impact on Miro’s success, the current role it plays within organizations...

Ioana and Imogen from Lumo Studio delve into how to start your business in the design industry, cultivate a strong studio culture, and navig...

Ioana and Anfisa discuss how to spot if you're underpaid, prepare for salary talks, and decide whether to stay or look for a new job. This e...

Ioana and Hannah discuss This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio. In this episode: • How did you go fro...

Anfisa and Tina discuss how AI is transforming research and what we can expect moving forward. This episode was recorded in partnership with...

Ioana and Anfisa discuss how to set up an effective workshop. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio. In thi...

Ioana and Anfia explore ways to identify and leverage personal skills for career growth, and find products that align with you personality....

Ioana talks about the impact of AI on the field of UX design. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio . In...

Ioana talks about the impact of AI on the field of UX design. This episode was recorded in partnership with Wix Studio . In t...