
Emmanuel Ameisen's research at Anthropic reveals that large language models form general concept representations, plan multiple tokens ahead, and show processing similar to human conscious and unconscious thought.
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Figma Specs allows designers to share context with developers, streamlining the design-to-development handoff process and ensuring accurate implementation.

Figma is introducing new features that provide designers with enhanced control and flexibility when managing and scaling their design systems within the platform.

Figma introduces Code Layers, enabling developers to collaborate directly on the design canvas with production code, fostering a more integrated design and development workflow.
Design should own the coherence of a business's offerings, ensuring a unified and clear experience for users across various products and channels, rather than just focusing on usability or consistency.
User interfaces are evolving from event-driven DOM manipulations to static data snapshots, reflecting a shift in how designers conceptualize and build interactive experiences.
Silicon Valley's "disability dongles," flashy but impractical tech solutions, fail to address the actual needs of disabled people, who often require basic infrastructure improvements and accessible digital environments.