Nick Babich: The Future of Design - How AI and Humans Co-Create UX | Glasp Talk #51

What does the future of UX design look like in the age of AI—and how can designers thrive at the intersection of creativity and technology?

In the 51st episode of Glasp Talk, we sit down with Nick Babich, a leading voice in product design and the founder of UX Planet, one of the world’s largest UX communities with more than 345,000 members. Formerly Principal UX Designer at Brain Technologies, Nick helped shape award-winning products—including a Red Dot Award winner for Best Mobile Design in 2022.

In this conversation, Nick shares his journey from software engineering to product management and ultimately to UX design. He reveals the story behind creating UX Planet, the challenges of building and sustaining a global design platform, and why consistency and curiosity became the foundation of his long-term content strategy.

We also explore:
How generative AI is reshaping design workflows and user research
Why “hybrid thinkers” who can navigate both design and code will define the future
What makes a standout design hire in today’s market
Lessons on building community, sharing knowledge, and leaving a creative legacy

Whether you’re a designer, builder, or simply curious about where technology and human experience meet, this episode offers practical wisdom and a glimpse into the evolving future of UX.

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Follow Nick Babich on social:
X: https://x.com/101babich
LinkedIn:   / nbabich  
Medium:   / 101  
Website:
Blog: https://babich.biz/
UX Planet: https://uxplanet.org/
YouTube:    / @babichnick  

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