THE T-SHAPED UX PROFESSIONAL IS GIVING WAY TO THE POLYMATH ARCHITECT

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

AI is reducing the value of narrow specialization by making it easier for individuals to perform work that once required multiple specialists, shifting demand toward professionals who can oversee entire workflows and combine broad capabilities with strong judgment. While deep expertise remains important for evaluating quality, making decisions, and spotting mistakes, the most valuable people will increasingly be those who can work across disciplines, direct AI tools effectively, and focus on outcomes rather than a single role or craft.