How to avoid being replaced by Agentic AI & still design, develop products/apps in this new era | w/ Ryan Alli(Uber)

Join us as we dive into an insightful conversation with Ryan Alli, Lead Product Designer at Uber. In this episode, Ryan shares his journey from mechanical engineering to product designing and management, emphasizing the importance of user-centric design. Learn about the evolving roles of product designers and managers in the era of AI, strategies for building impactful products, and the significance of balancing data-driven approaches with emotional design. Whether you're a startup enthusiast, a product manager, an aspiring product designer, or a curious about AI's impact; this discussion offers valuable insights into the future of product development and management.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to Data-Driven Product Design
• 0:56 Special Guest Introduction: Ryan Ali from Uber
• 1:49 Ryan's Journey: From Mechanical Engineering to Product Design
• 5:18 Startup Experience: Building My Bloom
• 7:42 Lessons Learned: The Importance of User-Centric Design
• 12:12 Strategies for Effective Product Design
• 23:28 Balancing User Needs and Business Goals at Uber
• 31:53 AI's Role in Product Managemen
• 32:41 AI in Design Ideation
• 32:53 Accelerating Product Development with AI
• 34:01 Future AI Tools for Product Managers
• 37:07 AI's Impact on Junior Roles
• 42:01 The Evolution of Product Design and Management
• 51:37 The Importance of User-Centricity
• 1:03:38 The Future of Product Roles
• 1:06:19 Key Advice for Product Success
• 1:07:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts