What designing 54 computer science cards taught me about graphic design
Summary
The piece details Algodeck, a 54-card deck that distills computer science concepts into bite-sized cards illustrated and generated with code. It covers the design process from initial exploration to a cohesive design system, the interplay between graphic design and CS, and the author’s use of Drawbot to iterate visuals rapidly. The article also reflects on the role of AI, math, and systems thinking in crafting accessible learning tools.