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I’ve recently had a few friends reaching out to me asking about my opinion on the future of Design and UX. Firstly I felt honored they wanted to hear my opinion on the topic, and secondly, I felt this probably warranted considerable reflection before properly responding to any of them. This question has been prompte...

I’ve been working in design for 5 years now, and throughout my career, I’ve always been a design team of one. IContinue reading on UX Planet »

I believe your portfolio should showcase your personality.Why?Because that’s the most unique thing about you.When someone looks at your portfolio, they should get a sense of who you are and whether you’re the right fit for their company.If I were to remake my portfolio or make it more interesting, these are the 4 th...

Job hunting takes time and effort. From building a design portfolio to crafting a CV and completing interviews and tasks, the process can feel overwhelming.I am looking for a product design job, and I have been thinking about ways to streamline the process using AI and automation.To save time, I developed an AI syst...

Written by Mary Moore, copywriter at ShakuroImagine this: you’ve created an eye-catching app design corresponding to the latest trends. Then, a user lands, eager to explore, but quickly gets frustrated and they’re clicking away, leaving your hard work behind. As designers, we’ve often felt this sting — the disconnec...

Photo by Lindsay Henwood on UnsplashAt Bime Bazar, we recently undertook a comprehensive application redesign to enhance user experience, improve functionality, and align with our evolving business goals. The redesign process was meticulously planned and executed, following a structured approach to ensure all aspect...

Image credit: FreepikI’m bilingual, like many other non-native English speakers. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned from speaking two languages, it’s that translating sentences word-for-word is a recipe for disaster.Why? Because word order changes between languages — what comes first in one language might appear ...

Photo by Eric Park on UnsplashAs we walk through the exhibition, we notice the careful arrangement of the artworks and how they evoke different emotions and leave a lasting impressionOur eyes are naturally drawn to the first artwork setting the tone for the entire exhibition. This artwork has influenced how we perce...

Managing projects efficiently is crucial to keep your work process moving smoothly. Working within a design team, or collaborating with multiple stakeholders, staying organised can be a challenge. This is where a Design Documentation Notion Template comes into play.A well-structured, comprehensive system for documen...

The most creative list on the internet is back to get you out of your creative block.Continue reading on UX Planet »

Photo by Jean-Frederic Fortier on Unsplash59 milliseconds — that’s how long it takes for users to form their first impression of your website. It’s less than a blink of an eye, yet in that brief moment, users decide whether your site is worth their time. Does it meet their needs? Is it easy to navigate?As designers,...

AI has become an integral part of everyone’s life, and it’s impossible to ignore its impact. I’ve seen many people use the Gemini AI API for fun projects, like building chatbots. I scratched my head and wanted to create something a little bit different. I kept brainstorming for a unique idea. Then one day, last year...

In the early years of my career, I was like Wile E. Coyote. My focus was on building things instead of achieving results.In school and college, success was about getting good grades. Follow the instructions, ace the test, and move on. When I landed my first job, I brought that same mindset with me. But now, it was a...

What can you do to stand out in what seems like an over-saturated field, especially when good opportunities are getting harder and harder…Continue reading on UX Planet »

In this article, I list out my favorite research books and how these helped me become a better researcher (and product designer). The article concentrates mainly on books about qualitative research, but of course using quantitative data is equally important, I just haven’t encountered that many great books in that f...

Good UX writing is more than just choosing the right words. It’s about helping users complete their tasks efficiently.Continue reading on UX Planet »

As you can see, the loop starts with assumptions and a hypothesis (prediction) to test against, followed by prototyping and iterating to validate the hypothesis and finally measure the impact.For example:Problem: An online business quotation form has a low completion rate and customer satisfaction is low.Assumption:...

There are two main checkout types: one-page checkout and multi-step checkout. Both are widely used, and determining which works best for your customers can increase your completion rate.Muilti-step vs one-page checkout typesA multi-step checkout guides customers through the process one action at a time, reducing cog...

Surveys and usability tests are essential tools for gathering insights on user behaviour, preferences, and pain points. These tools enable you to collect feedback and use that data to refine your product’s design and functionality.1.1. Recruiting and Screening ParticipantsPurpose: Recruiting the right participants f...

In my 25+ years of experience I’ve determined that there’s one key capability that separates good product designers from great designers. And that’s the ability to create extraordinary product visions that are forward thinking, innovative, and can solve your users’ biggest problems.Creating a vision is more than put...

Component reusability measures how often pre-built components from the design system are leveraged instead of custom-built ones. A high reusability rate reflects the design system’s versatility and efficiency.Benefits of high reusability: Reusability drives efficiency and reduces design and development time. It also...