The Awful Design of Everyday Things

Explore the concept of human-centered design in everyday objects and spaces in this 28-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au 2020. Examine how poor design choices in our homes and workplaces contribute to cognitive burden, and imagine a future where technology truly enhances our daily lives. Discover how the Internet of Things could revolutionize our living spaces, from smarter light switch placement to proactive appliance monitoring. Learn why, despite decades of advocacy, design flaws continue to persist in modern technology. Consider how stepping back and critically reexamining our environment could lead to significant improvements in usability and cognitive load reduction. Engage with ideas on how "Living In The Future" could genuinely improve our quality of life through thoughtful integration of technology.

Intro
Douglas Adams quote
Definitions
Roaring Twenties
The Design of Everyday Things
A Different Future
The Internet of Things
Robots
Security
Office
Time
Questions
Recap