Curated Clicks – April 2025

A compilation of links I found particularly interesting or helpful during the past month. These are mostly related to UX design or research but can include other things that inspired me or I found fun. 

Insightful Articles

Using AI to Streamline Persona and Journey Map Creation 
How AI can dramatically speed up early-stage UX research tasks like persona and journey mapping.

Leveling Up the Design Org 
Guide for maturing design organizations by balancing craft excellence with stronger operational leadership.

The Rise of AI-First Products 
Exploration of how products built with AI at their core are reshaping user experiences beyond simple “co-pilot” features.

Stop Designing AI Chatbots, Start Designing AI Relationships 
An argument for designing AI systems that foster meaningful, long-term relationships with users rather than just transactional interactions.

The Tools Will Change, Your Craft Doesn’t Have To
A reminder that while AI will transform the tools designers use, the fundamental skills of good design remain constant.

We Built UX, We Broke UX, and Now We Have to Fix It 
Reflection on how UX lost its strategic influence and a call for designers to refocus on purpose-driven, impactful work.

AI is the Future of Accessibility 
Outline of a comprehensive approach to enhancing website accessibility, combining AI automation, expert testing, and developer tools to ensure compliance

Resources

State of AI, 4th Edition
A comprehensive report analyzing the current adoption, impact, and future expectations of AI across industries. 

Redesigning Design Systems
Interactive guide rethinking how design systems are structured to prioritize people, not just components.

The Shape of AI
Collection of evolving essays and resources exploring how AI is transforming business, design, and technology.

UXR Portfolio Rubric 
A detailed rubric to help UX researchers assess and improve the quality and storytelling of their research portfolios.