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Why Design Ethics Matter: A Conversation with Mike Monteiro
Mike Monteiro is never one to mince words. Known for his fierce advocacy for ethical design, he reminds us that while designers have immense influence over what gets built, they too often act without considering the consequences.
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The Role of Design Ethics in UX
In user experience (UX) design, decisions can have far-reaching consequences. A key ethical concern is the use of dark patterns—design choices that manipulate users into actions they might not otherwise take. These patterns deceive, mislead or pressure users for the benefit of the company, often by making the more profitable or desired action the easiest,…
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The Pros and Cons of CMS Systems and APIs
For my project, The Grey Area, I used WordPress as a CMS to manage and publish ethics focused UX content. This blog post evaluates the advantages and limitations of that approach, and reflects on how well the solution met the original specification. Definitions A Content Management System (CMS) is a software platform that allows individuals…
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- Why Design Ethics Matter: A Conversation with Mike Monteiro
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Very interesting read with some controversial takes. Makes me think more deeply about my role. The Grey Area, great stuff…