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APIs are the New UX (and don’t look like they used to…)
In the pre-AI era, users “used” applications. They had to adapt their workflows around them. Automations and integrations were few and far between – and typically implemented and maintained by IT or consultants. AI makes all of this effectively irrelevant. Now, users can work the way they want to with their own UX. You can…
Recap: Harder Core Product
This winter and early spring has been a fun writing exercise for me, as I was able to capture some of the most prevalent topics arising whenever I speak with organizations about their respective product endeavours. For those who have read every post, thank you! For those getting started, please find this suggested reading order:…
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