Reducing an interface until only the absolutely necessary elements remain is one of the most satisfying tasks in design. Now I understand the issue with design

Reducing an interface until only the absolutely necessary elements remain is one of the most satisfying tasks in design. Now I understand the issue with design :P Now I think the GitHub redesign is okay - but i also think "absolutely" is too strong of a word. The "usual tasks" for "most people" should be part of the UI IMO. Many products go with "absolutely vital" and then the UI sux because you don't get the buttons u needed, in the name of simplicity.