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
I remember on another episode with a redhat affiliated guest that there was a usability test with gnome and a group of people were asked to use it and compare workflow to other desktops. Just seems over-biased.
I bet if I were to run a similar test and compare gnome to plasma or even xfce, either would win because the user actually has a choice to customize it. I think some group not related to redhat should take over gnome because redhat is so strict in its desktop design to the extreme.
No other desktop is this strict in setup and design
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