Figma: Collaboration Tool or Creativity Killer?

This article reflects on Figma's evolution over a decade, shifting from initial praise for its innovation to concerns about its over-engineered approach. The author argues that features like Auto Layout and Dev Mode, while boosting efficiency, stifle designers' freedom and creativity in the early exploration phases, leading to design homogenization. The author urges designers to be wary of this shift, advocating for flexibility in the design process, prioritizing early exploration and experimentation over premature structure and consistency.