In this conversation, Josh Armantrout shares his unique journey into the design field, emphasizing the importance of coding knowledge for designers and how it enhances collaboration with developers. He discusses the evolution of his workflow in different organizational contexts, the significance of learning from past collaboration mistakes, and the value of embracing various design disciplines beyond traditional product design. Josh also reflects on his current projects and aspirations in the rapidly changing landscape of design, particularly with the integration of AI.Chapters00:24 Josh's Design Journey06:00 The Importance of Coding Knowledge for Designers12:37 Fostering Collaboration with Developers21:04 Navigating Different Organizational Contexts26:20 Current Workflow and Feature Development26:47 Evolving Design and Engineering Collaboration30:24 AI Integration in Design Workflows36:33 Learning Through Diverse Design Experiences49:17 The Joy of Being a Versatile Designer💻⚡️Become a product designer who codes with confidence.🌐 https://technicallylit.com📨 Want fewer bottlenecks, better handoffs, and smoother releases? Join the Technically Lit newsletter for practical coding lessons & tips for product designers: https://technicallylit.beehiiv.com/subscribeConnect with Nick:🦋 https://bsky.app/profile/nick-basile.com👨‍💼 https://linkedin.com/in/nickbasile/🆇 https://x.com/nickjbasile