James Patten
Human-Computer Interaction Designer | Reinventing Tangible Interfaces
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James Patten is a pioneer in the field of human-computer interaction, transforming the way people engage with digital technologies. As the founder and director of the Tangible Media Group at the MIT Media Lab, he has developed groundbreaking interfaces that bridge the physical and virtual worlds.
Patten's work has been featured in the Smithsonian's Cooper Hewitt Design Museum and the Museum of Modern Art, showcasing his ability to make complex technologies intuitive and accessible. His keynotes inspire audiences to rethink the boundaries between humans and machines, opening new frontiers for creativity and problem-solving.
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The best computer interface? Maybe ... your hands
"The computer is an incredibly powerful means of creative expression," says designer and TED Fellow James Patten. But right now, we interact with computers, mainly, by typing and tapping. In this nifty talk and demo, Patten imagines a more visceral, physical way to bring your thoughts and ideas to life in the digital world, taking the computer interface off the screen and putting it into your hands.
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