How an artist gave computers an aesthetic soul without writing a single line of code?

In the early 1980s, computers were complex, intimidating machines, built for professionals and programmers who understood their rigid, text-based interfaces. Then came Susan Kare—a sculptor-turned-designer who transformed cold, sterile screens into something welcoming, friendly, and intuitive. Without writing a single line of code, she helped make personal computing accessible to millions, infusing technology with warmth, personality, and, most importantly, good vibes.

From Sculpture to Screens: An Unlikely Beginning

Susan Kare’s journey into the…