UX Writing Weekly #217

The “why” and “how” for UXers
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WHAT’S INSIDE ✍️


Issue #217 (Jan 4th, 2023)

  • Re-examining 2022 predictions

  • Newbies: don’t give up!

  • UX writing brainstorming

  • Log in with Login with … what?

ARTICLES 🗞

🦢 As one year ends and another begins, we always get a rash of predictions about trends for the new year. But if we re-examine those predictions, do they hold up?


This article grades 2022’s predicted UX trends, shows us the importance of predictions in UX research, and gives us some tips on how to improve our own predictions


Grading predictions about UX this year

😞 Whether you’re a junior designer, writer, researcher, developer, or something else, breaking into a career in tech may seem like a daunting task these days. Here’s why you shouldn’t give up.

Junior designers, please don’t give in


🧠 Whether you’re naming a feature or revisiting the messaging in your onboarding flow, a UX writing brainstorming session can help bring key stakeholders together and set the stage for success.

Everything You Need to Know for Effective UX Writing Brainstorming



MICROCOPY BITE 💬

Google gets extra "micro" with this pop-up’s copy. It’s scaled down to be as succinct as possible yet still communicates clearly. (Not include the legal mumbo jumbo down there.)

PILLARS OF COMMUNITY 🏛

Community answers to trending topics. Join the conversations below.

UPSKILL: PODCAST & WORKSHOP🎙


Free live AI event:


Everybody’s talking about AI. But what can it really do for you as a writer in a tech company? Come find out! Join Yuval and the gang for a special event. We’ll talk about: 


  • Generative AI content for websites and apps

  • Building user personas with AI

  • Analyzing user data using AI

  • Content marketing and generative AI

  • And more


Generative AI for Writers in Tech (Free online event) (Jan 16th)


Podcast:

In this episode of Writers in Tech, UX designer and writer Sarah Loigge shares how she found inspiration outside of work and overcame impostor syndrome with the help of Star Trek. We cover tools for managing copy and translations, why UX writers should consume as much art as possible, and other interesting topics. 


UX Writing Beyond the Interface with Sarah Loigge @ Parkside Interactive


Free live workshop:


The Figma Happy Hour is back! Join us Monday, Feb. 6th, and sharpen your skills in this free live workshop. Spaces fill up fast, so sign up now.


Figma happy hour #4

PORTFOLIO 🖌


Say Hello, Hallo, שלום, привет to Berlin-based Maria Revkov, a UX designer who’s recently added some writing skills to her tool box. Check out her case studies and drop her a line—she’s open to opportunities. 


https://www.mariarevdesigns.com/


JOBS 💼


Position Green helps companies build resilient and sustainable organizations. They’re hiring a UX Writer, English Language Lead in Malmö, Sweden. Hhybrid)


And here’s a wonderful, high-paying opportunity to work on Google’s Wear OS, the operating system for its smartwatches. (Hybrid or remote, USA)


More new positions from around the globe are on the job board.

THIS WEEK IN AI 🤖


Take your Midjourney prompts to the next level with this prompt generator. 


Learn some tips to identify AI-generated texts


Check out Google’s experimental AI-powered muse that helps you compose poetry inspired by classic American poets.

VOX POPULI 🗣️


Join our online communities, and take part in the discussions and debates that are shaping the field.


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