UX Lift links roundup

Your latest UX and design related links: What interfaces are and why, a checklist for accessibility, how to lead, what tools to use and when and some smooth AI-generated beats.

Articles

Why do we interface? – Must-read look at user interfaces, their historical context and how they enable us to manupulate information so powerfully.

WCAG for designers – A checklist to help ensure the products comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Leading with craft – Getting a seat at the table doesn’t mean you need to abandon your desk.

The ‘just in case' mindset in CSS – How to account for the unknown when building front-end interfaces.

A tapestry of tools – Which tools should we use and when?

Cool tools

Kite Compositor – A powerful prototyping and animation tool for Mac and iOS

Bravo Studio – Instantly turn your Figma designs into native iOS and Android apps

Cool stuff

Winamp Skin Museum – Take a trip down memory lane and browse late ‘90s interfaces ’till your eyes bleed.

Lo-Fi Player – Build chill beats and soundscapes in a pleasingly 8-bit environment, powered by machine learning.