Andy Allen
Co-founder of Not Boring Software and former co-founder of FiftyThree, an award-winning software designer and adjunct professor of software design at the University of Washington, known for the Paper app and Pencil stylus.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 48min
Andy Allen - What’s wrong with software design today
The podcast delves into the state of software design with Andy Allen, covering topics like 3D design tools, AI in software design, personalized experiences, 3D interfaces in AR, and the importance of innovative visual experiences in apps. The conversation also highlights the shift towards great design, investment in personal taste, and the need for cultural impact in software design.
Mar 11, 2026 • 56min
For The Culture: On beauty, AI slop, and what lasts when software companies die with Andy Allen
Andy Allen, co-founder of Not Boring Software and creator of the Paper app and Pencil stylus, is an award-winning software designer and UW adjunct professor. He talks about reclaiming play and beauty in software. He argues design lost cultural impact as the industry optimized for efficiency. He discusses remaking everyday apps, teaching’s influence, and how small studios can build expressive, lasting products.
