UX Camp 2024

For the last two decades, UX Edmonton has been hosting sold-out events that strive to bring forward speakers who share experience-based lessons and insight.

UX Edmonton is proud to have hosted seasoned speakers at past UX Camps, such as Peter Merholz and Christina Wodtke. Scroll down to see this year’s exciting program of workshops and conference speakers!

Discounted early bird tickets for Saturday's conference are now on sale until April 15th. Get 'em while you can, this price won’t last forever!

For more information about this year's speakers go to uxedmonton.com.

Workshops - Friday, May 17, 2024

Workshop #1: Getting the most from workshops in a hybrid world

Sara Richards & Taylor Reese - Lantern Studios

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

You have more facilitation tools than ever before, but how can you get the most from your workshops in a hybrid landscape? We'll provide expert insights on managing stakeholders and engaging participants effectively before, during, and following sessions. Our workshop will provide hands-on methods and proven tools to refine your facilitation craft, enhancing your ability to deliver impactful workshops in any environment.

Workshop #2: AI's Impact on Design Ideas: A Hands-On Exploration

Jacynthe Roberge & Dr. Isabelle Sperano

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Recent developments in AI suggest it will revolutionize creativity, especially regarding ideas generation. In this workshop, we will explore potential impacts of AI on idea generation and creativity in the research phase of UX design. Split into 3 teams (AI-free, AI-supported, AI-driven) participants will complete a design challenge, present their ideas, compare their experience, and engage in a discussion regarding the potential benefits and pitfalls of integrating AI in the UX Ideation process.

Workshop #3: UX Design in Healthcare, Interactive Workshop

Anna Bilik, University of Calgary

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Ready to dive into the world of UX and human-centred design in healthcare? Join our immersive workshop for hands-on experience developing a healthcare-focused prototype. Delve into theory and practical skills covering user experience and human factors.

Conference - Saturday, May 18, 2024

9:00 - 10:00 am - Opening keynote

Designing Robot Proof Jobs, by Jess McMullin

10:15 - 11:00 am

Designing an Ecosystem: Enterprise Software, by Sara Richards (Lantern Studios)

Continuous Shifting UX Landscape and Competencies Needed, by Ammneh Azeim, Mark Yiu, Robert Evans & Sheldon Bauld

11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Adding Delight to Elevate the Product Experience, by Julianna Wang & Viktoriia Zhyhula (Helcim)

Building Alberta’s first UX Major, by Robert Andruchow & Dr. Isabelle Sperano (MacEwan University)

1:00 - 1:45 pm

UX Show and Tell

1:45 - 2:15 pm

Cultivating Creativity: Rituals for Design Team Collaboration, by Kayt Wilson (Dura Digital)

The Realities of Adopting a Design system, by Sara Ferguson (Paper Leaf) & Shaista Ali (Alberta Blue Cross)

2:30 - 3:15 pm - Closing Keynote

AI Needs Design, by Paul Bellows (Yellow Pencil)