Writing archive
Field notes from design systems, automation, and AI-assisted product work.
Essays and working theories gathered while building token pipelines, creative automation, and semantic data products.
Nov 3, 20247 min read
Token pipelines as product infrastructure
Design tokens are more than variables—they are agreements between disciplines. Here’s how we turned Kroger’s token system into a continuously shipping platform.
Design SystemsAutomationTokens
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AI-assisted creative ops without losing the art
Automation doesn’t have to flatten creativity. Lessons from building AI-assisted tooling for merchandising and art teams at Designs Direct.
AutomationAICreative Ops
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Mapping semantic hiring signals for SkillHub
Proof-based hiring needs structured evidence, not keyword bingo. A look at the semantic data model powering SkillHub.
AIProductData
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