That’s a Skill Issue

· Jim Nielsen · April 13, 2026, 3:37 a.m.
Summary
The blog post by Jim Nielsen explores the contrasting perspectives of AI proponents and human-centered UX designers regarding user misunderstandings of technology. It reflects on a personal experience with the "Web Origami" project, emphasizing the importance of designing technology that aligns with users' expectations rather than solely focusing on the users' skills. Nielsen advocates for a human-centered approach where confusion is seen as a design flaw instead of a failure on the user's part.
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