PinnedAmy YanginUX 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…4 min read·Nov 25, 2020----
PinnedAmy YangSmall 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…4 min read·Nov 19, 2020----
PinnedAmy YanginPrototyprFive 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…3 min read·Oct 14, 2020--1--1
Amy YanginThe 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…3 min read·Dec 31, 2020----
Amy YanginThe 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…2 min read·Dec 24, 2020--1--1
Amy YangDesigning 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…3 min read·Dec 17, 2020----
Amy YangReflections 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…2 min read·Dec 9, 2020----
Amy YangWhy ProtoPie is my favorite prototyping tool of all timeIntuitive mental model2 min read·Dec 3, 2020----
Amy YangA 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…3 min read·Nov 12, 2020----
Amy YanginBootcampProduct 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…3 min read·Nov 4, 2020----