The UX of Tech and Security
Words that nudge humans towards a better, more secure digital life
Too often, conversation about writing for digital media revolves around getting users to do what we want them to do. We talk about persuasion and user experience as a means to our own end. At the end of the day, this is (usually) about providing users a friction-less path to give us their money.
Here's the problem: Humans do not grow, they do not become better, in a frictionless environment. They learn and develop by being pushed out of their comfort zones in designed ways.
Can tech and design have a role in us becoming better people?
I don't know the answer, but finding out is my life's mission.
IT Analyst at Fortune 500 Company
Assistant Professor of Political Science
Academic Writing Trainer
Web Developer
Curriculum Developer
Author
To the layperson, UI, UX, and CX may seem interchangeable. I desigend UIUX.CX to help clarify the difference between the three similar disciplines.
Every once in a while I stumble upon a topic that should be more widely known about. Prime examples can be found in my investigation into scam Amazon listings, The Online Privacy Guide You'll Actually Use, and How To Remove Your Info From People Search Websites.
I loved teaching Korean students about the U.S. political system. This led to the development of my Learn U.S. Politics With Film Udemy Course.
I have also created two courses on conducting online OSINT research: PeopleOSINT and WebOSINT.
I am currently writing the occasional blog at SteveWard.co
While I was teaching in South Korea, I also had the opportunity to have a recurring spot on a local English radio station. "Talk Politics" often dealt with topics related to digital privacy and security like in this segment on Edward Snowden.
While my philosophy on lifelong learning is outlined in a tribute to a former student of mine published on freecodecamp.org, the proof is in the pudding:
Public service has been a big part of my life from a young age. These are the organizations I currently work with.
'The Coalition' brings together local businesses, law enforcement, and other nonprofits to directly help people that have escaped human trafficking rebuild their lives.