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" Netflix using AI-generated ads is a low-risk testbed but raises ethical questions - Lauren. "

" No need to take notes — session notes, sketch notes, resources, videos and decks will be shared after presentations. "

" Sponsor sessions are optional but incredibly high quality content, not sales pitches. "

" We have got you covered with sketch notes, resource lists, session notes, videos, and decks all shared ASAP after presentations. "

" Always approach from a place of kindness and think about the experience you want people to have as the water that keeps trees bendable. "

" Co-creating operating models with our teams helps us remain resilient even when things get a little hairy and squirrely. "

" The pressure in design ops is often delivery-first mindset instead of quality and strategic impact - Dave Malu. "

" Thank you to our sponsors, we could not do this conference without you. "

" The virtual social event tonight is Cozy Juicy Reel, a fun board game our virtual attendees always love. "

" This is the same conference in so many good ways — good ways are that it’s resilient and there’s a certain steadiness. "

" The primary way to convene with other attendees is through our Slack channel. "

" Sponsor sessions are completely free and not just a normal sales pitch, they’re very similar to the main programming. "

" If you have any questions for the speakers, you really need to put your question in the thread specific to the talk. "

" I often find myself wondering what I really gained from time away from my desk beyond swag and catching up with colleagues. "

" Manuel Herrera is here to take the burden of note-taking off us, so you can focus on the moment. "

" If you feel uncomfortable or unsafe engaging in this community, we want to know about it. "

" Please respect our code of conduct to ensure a welcoming and safe space for all attendees. "

" Researchers have really taken it on the chin during this latest economic downturn. "

" Cohorts are one of the favorite parts of the conference, so really participate if you’re in one. "

" If you want to avoid time zone confusion, you can switch the conference schedule to your local time on the program page. "

" Join our Slack channels—it’s really where the party is with gifts, jokes, and amazing conversations. "

" Your strengths, even if perceived as weaknesses, can be your superpower. "

" Sponsor sessions are not sales pitches; they are content-rich and free to anyone who wants to attend. "

" Even though we’re virtual, we are still a community and obligated to treat each other with kindness and respect. "

" We help each other, support each other, and guide each other through murky and unclear times. "

" Junior engineers often resent having to create OKRs that feel disconnected from their day-to-day work. "

" How do we know how to evaluate radical participatory design? Has there been a sustained shift in power? "

" Lauren Cantor works with companies to create new business strategies by tackling human-centered design. "

" Knowing your boundaries and skills lets you focus influence into meaningful outcomes rather than spreading too thin. "

" Sponsor sessions are free for anyone, whether you paid to attend or not, so invite your coworkers, friends, and family. "

" If you ever feel unsafe or threatened in this virtual community, we want to make sure you’ve got the support you need. "

" Please read our site’s code of conduct — it ensures we all treat each other with kindness and respect. "

" All of this content would not have been possible without your support and your feedback. "

" The official conference time zone is Pacific Standard Time, but you can change it to your own time zone at designatskill.com. "