A few days ago, I had my first live interview with an AI-powered tool for a UX Designer contract. The experience left me feeling unsettled, like I had just spoken for 20 minutes to a brick wall.

With artificial intelligence (AI) changing the face of design processes, 2025 could be one of the most significant years of the decade for product and UX design. However, the designers who wish to join in and ride the wave will need to change their methods and perspectives as this technology becomes more ingrained in the design process. This article explores how AI intersects with UX, key skills designers need, and practical methods for collaborating with AI rather than opposing it.