The Feed & The Thread - January 31, 2026

This episode covers Dolphia's critique of AI reliance in UX design at UX Design.cc and Kate Moran’s call for accuracy in AI tools from Nielsen Norman Group. It also touches on subreddit discussions about realistic UX experiences and creative design transformations. Lastly, it highlights UX Camp Winter, an online event on February 21st, with tickets priced at $13.50 and complimentary passes available. Show Notes In This Episode The impact of AI on UX design practices and organizational priorities. Reliability and transparency issues with AI-powered UX tools. Community insights from Reddit subreddits on real-life UX experiences, creative design stories, and portfolio showcasing trends. Articles Mentioned "When design stops asking why and starts asking 'can AI do it?'" by Dolphia (UX Design.cc) "Demand Accuracy in Your AI Tools: Lessons from Baymard Institute" by Kate Moran (Nielsen Norman Group) Community Discussions r/uxdesign - Realistic and sarcastic experiences shared by UX designers. r/uxdesign - The essence of UI-UX design illustrated with a favorite description that clarifies the concept. r/design - Creative art from unexpected materials inspiring community members. r/uxdesign - Discussion on using decks to showcase portfolio pieces in current best practices. Announcement Chicago Camps is hosting UX Camp Winter on Saturday, February 21st. The event will feature a variety of online presentations accessible worldwide. Tickets are priced at $13.50 with complimentary passes available thanks to community support. To purchase tickets or submit a presentation proposal, visit chicagocamps.org. 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.