Exploring Design in Linux & Open Source with Máirín Duffy

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In this episode of Destination Linux, we chat with Máirín Duffy from Red Hat about the essential role of user experience design in open source. She shares her journey into Linux, driven by early encounters with technology, and discusses her contributions to projects like Inkscape. We explore the integration of AI in enhancing user experience while maintaining user control, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in technology. Máirín also talks about her vision for encouraging participation in open source.

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Chapters:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:59 Community Feedback
00:07:50 Sandfly Security
00:10:32 Máirín Duffy on Open Source, UX, and the Future of AI
00:12:03 The Origin Story: Linux, First Distro, and the Spark of UX
00:20:42 From Functional to Delightful: A UX Journey
00:39:58 Open Source Creative Tools
00:48:04 A Look at Máirín's Portfolio
00:52:12 A Look at an Evolving Landscape
01:07:27 A Legacy in Open Source and Beyond
01:10:02 Lightning Round
01:16:33 Support the Show
01:19:07 Outro

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