AI lab

I test new AI tools in real design work: what works, what doesn’t, and what I learn along the way. I also share AI updates and tools I think are worth knowing about. Whether you’re all in or just getting started, join me. 🧪 ⚡ 🤖

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Using Claude to Analyze a Lyssna Usability Study

I used Claude to help analyze my Lyssna usability study from organizing responses to spotting patterns. It also caught a recruiting setting I’d missed. A useful reminder to check both the study setup and the AI’s analysis.

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First Impressions of Lyssna

I tried Lyssna for an app I’m designing and found the setup straightforward. Its range of research methods gave me plenty to consider: what to ask, what to observe, and in what order.

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Figma Make: What Worked, What Changed

A small experiment turning two mobile screens into an interactive prototype. The interaction worked, but unexpected visual changes showed me what I’d need to check before bringing it into a user test.

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Dark mode with Claude

What I learned building a design token system from scratch, from three token layers to dark mode.

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OpenAI Dot

A first look at OpenAI Dot: what changes when AI starts anticipating what you need instead of waiting for a prompt?

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AI Skills

I tested whether an AI Skill could handle research judgment. It didn't make Claude smarter, just more careful.

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Figma Weave

Figma Weave lets AI change only the layers you choose. Here's my first try.

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2026 Figma Config

Figma isn't just a design tool anymore. It wants to own the whole workflow. My take on Figma's plan to own the whole design workflow, which drew 44K+ views on LinkedIn.

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