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The Architect's Dilemma - Tech-First vs. Human-Centered Design

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Learn to build genuinely impactful products instead of just technically impressive ones in this 48-minute conference talk where IDEO's Savannah Kunovsky challenges senior software developers, architects, and engineering leaders to rethink their approach to emerging technologies like AI. Explore the fundamental tension between tech-first and human-centered design approaches, discovering how to balance technical capabilities with user needs and real-world impact. Examine practical strategies for shifting from a purely technical mindset to one that prioritizes human outcomes while still leveraging cutting-edge technologies effectively. Gain insights into design thinking methodologies that can transform how engineering teams approach product development, ensuring that technical excellence serves meaningful human purposes rather than existing for its own sake.

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The Architect's Dilemma: Tech-First vs. Human-Centered Design

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