PinnedPublished inUX CollectiveExploring usability heuristics: Visibility of system statusWhen it comes to interaction design, visibility of system status is the first of Jakob Nielsen’s ten heuristics of usability. These…Nov 25, 2020Nov 25, 2020
PinnedSmall steps you can take towards more accessible designThere’s a growing demand for designers to make their products accessible to all users. According to the CDC, 26% of the US population is…Nov 19, 2020Nov 19, 2020
PinnedPublished inPrototyprFive Figma plug-ins that will make your life easierRecently, I’ve been exploring the community-generated resources in Figma, and have found some super useful plug-ins that have really…Oct 14, 20201Oct 14, 20201
Published inThe StartupThe science behind taking better breaksWe’ve all heard it. Taking breaks from working is essential for recharging and restoring our mental energy, focus, and motivation levels…Dec 31, 2020Dec 31, 2020
Published inThe StartupFive Visual Designers to Follow for Their Engaging TutorialsAs a UX designer, the focus of my training has been on how products function rather than how they look. Practicing and improving my UI…Dec 24, 20201Dec 24, 20201
Designing with the MAYA principle in mindWhat do the Coca Cola bottle, the Air Force One, and NASA’s first space station have in common? These iconic products were all were…Dec 17, 2020Dec 17, 2020
Reflections from my first design hackathonThis past week, I dedicated my weekend to taking part in my first hackathon as a designer. I learned SO much from this jam-packed session…Dec 9, 2020Dec 9, 2020
A selection of resources to kickstart your UX design journeyI remember when I was first starting out in UX design, I struggled with knowing where to begin looking for resources like free visuals, UI…Nov 12, 2020Nov 12, 2020
Published inBootcampProduct design podcasts that keep me inspiredPodcasts are one my favorite ways to learn and discovering a new show that has the right mix of energy, insights, and advice is always…Nov 4, 2020Nov 4, 2020
