Hey You, Do You Even Design?

Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that challenges conventional approaches to web design and development. Delve into critical theory and solution architecture to examine how ethics, sustainability, access, and social impact can intersect with code. Learn to identify misconstrued design practices that fail and endanger users, and discover what it truly means to design for the modern web. Gain insights from design thinking and intersectional analysis to move beyond myopic services and create genuine value for users. Understand the importance of mapping human experiences, framing design challenges adequately, and considering the materiality of the web. Examine real-world examples, such as face recognition failures, to highlight the need for more inclusive and thoughtful design practices. Conclude with practical strategies for design jamming and reaching out to create more empathetic, user-centered web experiences.