Stephen Gossett

Senior Staff Reporter at Built In

Expertise: Technology journalism

Education: Webster University

Stephen Gossett is a former Built In senior staff reporter covering technology trends, design, UX and data science. Prior to joining Built In, he was a digital editor at the design-focused Sixtysix Magazine, associate editor at the local news site Chicagoist and managing editor at the culture website Flavorpill. Gossett held a bachelor’s degree in film studies from Webster University.

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Updated on March 27, 2026

26 Virtual Reality Companies to Know

VR has made real impacts in healthcare, employee training and, of course, gaming.

Corporate Innovation
Design + UX
Media + Gaming
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on April 09, 2025

Machine Learning Could Jolt Legal Research — We Just Need the Data

This model is hunting for systemic patterns and biases. Paywalls be damned.

Founders + Entrepreneurship
Machine Learning
Machine Learning Could Jolt Legal Research — We Just Need the Data
Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on April 08, 2026

The Real Benefits of Video Games

Video games can foster genuine cognitive, emotional and social benefits for players and provide a sense of community, according to experts.

Media + Gaming
Editors' Picks
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on January 22, 2026

28 Lead Generation Companies to Know

These software and services providers aim to help you get prospects in the door — quickly.

Lead Generation
Sales
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on April 10, 2024

How to Become a Game Developer: Tips From 3 Experts

Turning your video gaming passion into a career in game development is hard work. Here’s some insight on how to go from player to pro.

Media + Gaming
Gaming
Design + UX
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on October 27, 2026

79 Mission Statement Examples That Define Companies and Inspire Customers

Plus a guide on how to write a mission statement.

Founders + Entrepreneurship
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on October 29, 2026

46 Gaming Companies You Need to Know

From casual mobile games to multiplayer online games to virtual reality, these innovative gaming companies and veteran developers are why video games continue to lap all entertainment competitors.

Media + Gaming
Gaming
Design + UX
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on August 20, 2025

12 Data Science Programming Languages to Know

Python, R, SQL and more — check out the best programming languages for data science.

Python Data Structures
Python for Data Science
Data Science
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on August 20, 2025

21 Best Data Visualization Books, According to Experts

From general interest to advanced texts, here’s the best data visualization books to dive into.

Data Science
Data Visualization
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on June 12, 2025

What Is Solarpunk? A Guide to the Environmental Art Movement.

Solarpunk is a literary, artistic and social movement and sci-fi subgenre that envisions a sustainable future of technology in harmony with nature. It emphasizes greentech, renewable energy and social cooperation.

Design + UX
Greentech
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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on April 20, 2024

9 Commonly Misused UX Design Terms

And what they really mean.

Design + UX
Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on April 20, 2024

20 UX Design Courses and Bootcamps for Beginners and Experts

Want to learn UX design? Here’s some of the best bootcamps and courses to turn to.

Design + UX
UX Design
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