Socially Conscious AI

Practical AI for UX Professionals w/ Caleb Sponheim, NN/g


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Dr. Caleb Sponheim, a user experience specialist at Nielsen Norman Group and former computational neuroscientist, discusses the potential for AI to redistribute power and address social inequalities. He shares insights from his background in neuroscience and quantitative research, and how they apply to his current work in UX. The conversation explores the current state of AI applications in design workflows, the challenges and opportunities of AI tools, and the future of open-source AI models. Listeners will gain practical tips for integrating AI into their workflows and the importance of staying updated in this rapidly evolving field.

00:00 Introduction to Socially Conscious AI
01:02 Meet Dr. Caleb Sponheim
01:41 Caleb's Background in Computational Neuroscience
02:58 From Neuroscience to AI
04:48 The Evolution of Neural Networks
07:39 The UX Perspective on AI
08:20 Brain-Computer Interfaces and UX Challenges
18:26 Practical AI Applications in UX
21:48 Current State of AI in UX Design
24:07 AI Tools in Design: General Applications
24:57 Challenges with Current AI Design Tools
27:00 Evaluating AI's Fit in Workflows
28:42 Personal Experiences with AI in Design
35:39 Goblin Tools: A Handy AI Resource
39:01 Teaching AI in UX Design
44:34 Future of AI in Design and Beyond
49:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Socially Conscious AIBy Valencio Cardoso and Roman Bercot