Neo Vision’s Weekly Rant #47
Where we RANT about what goes exceptionally good and wildly bad when you turn your company digital
In the ever-evolving landscape of web design, 2023 brings a fresh wave of trends, from the audacious maximalism to the comforting touch of nostalgia. But one trend that's making waves is the subtle yet significant influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
While AI's role in web design might not be as palpable as other trends, its potential is undeniable. It's not about replacing human creativity, but enhancing it, offering new ways to understand user behavior, and ultimately, crafting more engaging and personalized experiences.
As we continue to explore these trends, let's keep an eye on how AI subtly weaves itself into the fabric of web design, promising a future where technology and creativity go hand in hand.
📈 10 Web Design Trends to Expect in 2023
As we navigate through 2023, web design trends such as 'Goblin Mode' maximalism, minimalism, 'hyper-delights' in user journeys, and near-touchable ecommerce experiences are shaping the digital landscape. AI is becoming more integrated in web design, nostalgia for 80s and 90s aesthetics is resurfacing, and motion is being used to create immersive experiences. Unique typographic layouts are gaining popularity, and there's a growing emphasis on accessibility. The 'Link in bio' landing page, bridging social profiles and websites, is evolving. These trends should be thoughtfully applied, tailored to each website's specific goals and products.
🔀 Upcoming ChatGPT features: file uploading, profiles, organizations and workspaces
OpenAI is reportedly preparing an update to ChatGPT, potentially a business version, as suggested by a new interface found in the source code. The update appears to include "workspaces" for user profiles and possibly file uploads. This aligns with OpenAI's promise of a business variant of ChatGPT and new privacy measures, including not using user data for model training.
✅ How to survive AI? Microsoft publishes a list of skills needed by human employees in 2023
Microsoft's "Work Trend Index" report highlights the essential skills for employees in an AI-powered future. These include flexibility, emotional intelligence, analytical judgement, creative evaluation, intellectual curiosity, bias detection, and AI delegation. The report suggests that AI will enhance, not replace, human roles, shifting focus from task execution to idea generation and leadership. The most crucial skill is flexibility, as rapid AI advancements require constant adaptation.