The Feed & The Thread - February 11, 2026

This episode covers Arin Bhowmick's argument for strategic AI integration in design teams to avoid talent gaps, Filip Mishevski's proposal for a simplified natural design process at UX Design.cc, and Nick Babich’s guide on creating Claude Skills. It also highlights community buzz around an unconventional resume tip and the popularity of Border Radius Rules in design forums. The episode concludes with details about UX Camp Winter, an online event hosted by Chicago Camps on February 21st, offering presentations for global attendees at a low ticket price. Show Notes for [Podcast/Video Name] In This Episode The necessity of building foundational skills alongside AI tooling to address talent gaps within design teams. A simplified approach to the natural design process, focusing on efficient information gathering and creation. A guide to creating specialized AI tools without coding knowledge to streamline workflow processes. Community insights into practical tips for UX designers, from resume advice to precision in border radius use. Articles Mentioned "What design leaders must unlearn to lead in an AI-first world" by Arin Bhowmick (UX Design.cc) "The natural design process" by Filip Mishevski (UX Design.cc) "Complete Guide To Creating Your Own Claude Skill" by Nick Babich (UX Planet) Community Discussions r/uxdesign - A unique resume tip to get noticed during the job hunt. r/design - Border radius precision and the community's mixed feelings about it. r/mobileux - Discussion on an expensive UX mistake: interaction at the top of mobile screens. Announcement Chicago Camps is hosting UX Camp Winter on Saturday, February 21st. The event will feature plenty of great presentations, all available online. Tickets are only $13.50 with complimentary passes also available due to community generosity. Get tickets now at ChicagoCamps.org. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in UX design! About The Feed & The Thread The Feed & The Thread is a daily summary of UX articles found in the industry and some light-touch updates from the UX Community found in online forums. It’s brief, and meant as a light-touch overview of what’s happening across UX.