Cayla Dorsey speaking at NYU panel
Cayla Dorsey at NYU student panel
Event NYU Design and Technology Evolution
Theme Design Through the Decades
Role Panelist — Tech Panel

I had the opportunity to speak at NYU's student panel as a product designer on the tech-focused track, joining a conversation about how design and technology have evolved — and where they're headed next.

The panel brought together designers at different stages of their careers to talk honestly with students about what the field actually looks like: the tools that have changed, the ways we collaborate with engineers, the lessons that don't make it into any curriculum.

I spoke about navigating rapid shifts in the industry — from design tooling to AI-native workflows — and what it means to stay grounded in user impact even as the landscape keeps changing under your feet.

Panel Theme
Design Through the Decades: Lessons, Trends, and What's Next
  • How design and technology have evolved together over the years
  • Trends in design tooling, processes, and collaboration with engineering
  • Lessons from navigating changing tech landscapes
  • Where design is heading — especially at the intersection of design and AI