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    John Maeda

    John Maeda is an American designer, visual artist, executive, strategic advisor, writer, and educator, serving as the vice president of design and artificial intelligence at Microsoft.

    #49 AI product design#36 Design engineering
    20CiteRank

    Last updated 11 Nov 2026 · Named in 13 answers across 4 engines
    Bing AI Mode starts a separate baseline. Copilot remains a separate public engine and keeps its history; changes across the switch are not like-for-like growth.

    How AI engines see them

    Recognized by 5 of 5 measured engines. Updated 2026-09-19
    • ChatGPTNamed in 5 answers

      He trained as a computer scientist and graphic designer.

    • GeminiNamed in 2 answers

      He pioneered early computational design and generative art.

    • Google AI ModeNamed in 2 answers

      He is a towering figure in design and technology.

    • PerplexityNamed in 4 answers

      He has driven initiatives like DesignInTech to bridge design and technology.

    • Bing AI ModeNot named

      No description yet.

    • CopilotNot named

      He emphasizes simplicity as a discipline in design.

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    • #49AI product designof 67
      Named in 10 answers
    • #36Design engineeringof 50
      Named in 11 answers

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      AI Product Design Summit
      aiproductdesignsummit.com2 citations
    2. 2
      AI for UX Index
      aiforux.org2 citations
    3. 3
      Design Patterns for AI Interfaces (10h video + live UX training)
      ai-design-patterns.com1 citations

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    • Who are the most influential voices in AI product design?

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    • Who are the most influential voices in Design engineering?

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