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Explore findings from a groundbreaking 10-16 week diary study conducted by Superbloom.design that investigated the experiences of designers actively contributing to open source software projects. Learn about the key challenges, motivations, and systemic gaps that non-code contributors face in the OSS ecosystem through this Linux Foundation conference talk. Discover insights gathered directly from designers working in open source environments, moving beyond traditional research methods that relied solely on issue tracker analysis or interviews. Gain practical recommendations from Superbloom Designers on how to improve design processes and better integrate design contributions into open source projects. Understand the unique perspectives and "secret lives" of OSS designers as they navigate collaboration, contribution workflows, and community dynamics in open source environments. Access actionable strategies for fostering more inclusive and effective design participation in open source software development.
