In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan Bell, a UX practitioner with over a decade of experience, currently working at Amazon on Prime Video and Amazon Studios internal tools. We reminisce about their earlier days working together at ADP and discuss Ryan’s journey from being an intern to becoming a lead organizer for Orange County User Experience (OCUX), the largest UX meetup group in Southern California.
The conversation delves into the importance of community within the UX field, the shifting focus towards job networking over craft development, and the challenges of maintaining community during and after the pandemic. Ryan shares insights into organizing OCUX events, the role of virtual meetings, and the need for more senior designers to share their expertise.
The episode sheds light on the intricate balance of sustaining vibrant, supportive, and informative UX communities in today’s evolving landscape.
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