I SAILED TO BE A DEVELOPER. BECAME A DESIGNER INSTEAD.

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

A former aspiring developer discovered a passion for solving human problems through design rather than code. Over seven years, they evolved from a self-taught designer into a senior UI/UX leader, learning that real design happens in conversations, strategy, and collaboration—not just pixels. What began as late-night coding turned into a career built on empathy, teamwork, and shaping experiences that truly help people.