Design Reflections on Transition to LLM-Aided Novel Visualizations

This study examines data visualization design evolution over 12.5 years, reflecting on the impact of Large Language Models over the last 3.75 years. Using a longitudinal corpus of 55 visualizations from a single-subject design record, the study identifies how LLMs have aided design-space exploration: reducing coding effort, enabling new design opportunities, shock, excitement, accomplishments, and shifts to the design process.