Ed Catmull: Education Includes Childhood Interests

Ed Catmull: Education Includes Childhood Interests

Where did Ed Catmull get his education? How did Ed Catmull’s education help him in his role at Pixar? For Ed Catmull, education was drawn from two main sources of inspiration. Albert Einstein, and Walt. Fostering these interests means he was able to learn about problem solving from Einstein and creativity from Disney. Read more about Ed Catmull, his education, and childhood interests.

The Iterative Design Process: Relying on Failure

The Iterative Design Process: Relying on Failure

What is an iterative design process? Is an iterative process the best type of design thinking? An iterative design process is a type of design thinking where decisions and changes are made as you go, without pauses for testing. Some argue that the iterative process is best, and others believe in the traditional method. Read more about the iterative design process and what it means.

Head Knowledge: What We Know vs What We See

Head Knowledge: What We Know vs What We See

What is “head knowledge” and how is it different from “knowledge of the world?” How do these two types of knowledge relate to design? Head knowledge refers to any information stored in your mind. This can range from phone numbers you’ve memorized to knowing how to complete a task, like sewing on a button. Keep reading to find out about head knowledge and how different types of knowledge affect how we process information.