First of Kind

Ryo Lu, design lead at Cursor, discusses the evolving role of design in the age of AI, emphasizing a shift from pixel-perfect mockups to understanding the underlying systems and concepts. He highlights Cursor's unique approach to software development, where engineers contribute to design and designers engage with code, fostering a collaborative environment. Ryo advocates for designers to focus on the truest form, present and future, of the product, adapting interfaces to individual user preferences and workflows. He also touches upon the concept of "vibe coding" and the importance of building personal OS to improve the tool. The conversation explores how AI levels the playing field, enabling individuals with ideas to create while simultaneously raising the ceiling for experienced developers.

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Part 1: Introduction, Background

Part 2: AI Interaction, Abstraction

Part 3: Prototyping, Design Evolution

Part 4: Future Outlook, Conclusion

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First of Kind › Ryo Lu: The Way

Part 1: Introduction, Background

Introducing Ryo Lu: A Pioneer in Design and AI at Cursor

Design at Cursor: A Chaotic Yet Cohesive Approach to Software Building

Hiring Generalists and Empowering Software Builders at Cursor

Building Cursor Within Cursor: Dogfooding and the Importance of Caring

Part 2: AI Interaction, Abstraction

Ascending the Layers of Abstraction: The Future of Human-Agent Interaction

Cursor as a Lingua Franca: Extensible Pattern Languages for Diverse Users

Code as the Unifying Medium: Bridging the Gap Between Tools and Agents

Part 3: Prototyping, Design Evolution

Cosmological Environments: Ryo OS and BabyCursor as Prototyping Spaces

The New Designer: Helping Others See the Thing in Its Truest Form

Storytelling, Code, and Pictures: Adapting to Different Communication Styles

Part 4: Future Outlook, Conclusion

Cursor: A Non-Opinionated Tool for Self-Expression and Discovery

Building Soft Software: Ryo's Vision for the Future

First of Kind › Ryo Lu: The Way

First of Kind

Part 1: Introduction, Background

00:00Introducing Ryo Lu: A Pioneer in Design and AI at Cursor

Introducing Ryo Lu: A Pioneer in Design and AI at Cursor

01:10Design at Cursor: A Chaotic Yet Cohesive Approach to Software Building

Design at Cursor: A Chaotic Yet Cohesive Approach to Software Building

04:46Hiring Generalists and Empowering Software Builders at Cursor

Hiring Generalists and Empowering Software Builders at Cursor

07:34Building Cursor Within Cursor: Dogfooding and the Importance of Caring

Building Cursor Within Cursor: Dogfooding and the Importance of Caring

Part 2: AI Interaction, Abstraction

10:40Ascending the Layers of Abstraction: The Future of Human-Agent Interaction

Ascending the Layers of Abstraction: The Future of Human-Agent Interaction

13:35Cursor as a Lingua Franca: Extensible Pattern Languages for Diverse Users

Cursor as a Lingua Franca: Extensible Pattern Languages for Diverse Users

18:24Code as the Unifying Medium: Bridging the Gap Between Tools and Agents

Code as the Unifying Medium: Bridging the Gap Between Tools and Agents

Part 3: Prototyping, Design Evolution

20:35Cosmological Environments: Ryo OS and BabyCursor as Prototyping Spaces

Cosmological Environments: Ryo OS and BabyCursor as Prototyping Spaces

23:45The New Designer: Helping Others See the Thing in Its Truest Form

The New Designer: Helping Others See the Thing in Its Truest Form

25:37Storytelling, Code, and Pictures: Adapting to Different Communication Styles

Storytelling, Code, and Pictures: Adapting to Different Communication Styles

Part 4: Future Outlook, Conclusion

29:26Cursor: A Non-Opinionated Tool for Self-Expression and Discovery

Cursor: A Non-Opinionated Tool for Self-Expression and Discovery

32:37Building Soft Software: Ryo's Vision for the Future

Building Soft Software: Ryo's Vision for the Future