Dharmendra Choudhary’s Post

Ever tried to design for a user who actively avoids you? Welcome to life with my cat, Muffin, the toughest UX challenge I’ve ever faced. When I moved to my new apartment three months ago, Muffin refused to touch his favorite blanket for days because it smelled ‘wrong.’ It took patience, subtle encouragement, and consistency to rebuild his comfort in the new space. It got me thinking, users are just like Muffin when navigating a new product surface or feature. They need to feel safe before they fully engage… 🐱 Respect boundaries: Mr. Muffin hates being rushed into anything. Similarly, forcing users to sign up or make decisions before they’re ready often leads to frustration. Good design respects a user’s need to explore and understand first. 🐱 Consistency matters: Cats thrive on routine, and so do users. A consistent design system reassures users that they’re in familiar territory, no matter where they are in the product. 🐱 Anticipate needs: Just like I know Muffin needs his scratching post after breakfast, understanding what users need at every touchpoint creates a seamless experience. 🐱 Empathy wins: When Muffin hides under my duvets when there are unfamiliar guests at home, it’s a reminder to design for stress cases. From clear error messages to thoughtful workflows, showing empathy through design builds trust. In my work designing tools for Trust & Safety, trust isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a core design principle. Helping users navigate confidently, reducing friction, and creating adaptive systems are all part of crafting experiences people can rely on. Because whether it’s a cat or a customer, trust is always earned, never given. What’s the most surprising place you’ve learned a design lesson? Cats, kids, cooking, I’d love to hear your stories in the comments! #ProductDesign #UXUI #UXDesign #DesignThinking #TrustAndSafety #Design #DesignCommunity #UXLessons #LessonsFromLife #CatsOfLinkedIn #cat #tech #startup

🌟 Journey to Becoming a Product Designer 🌟 Today marks the beginning of a new chapter as I kick off a 21-day challenge to share my learnings and insights from the incredible 8-week Ladies in Tech Bootcamp The Incubator Hub, which has been instrumental in shaping my understanding of product design. Key Takeaways: 🎨 Design Thinking Process - I’ve learned that design thinking isn't limited to UI/UX but is a powerful tool that can solve challenges in daily life. By empathizing, defining, ideating, prototyping, and testing, we can drive innovation in any scenario. 👥 User-Centric Design - Every product is created for the user. This means designing with empathy, research, and a focus on real needs rather than assumptions, a key mindset I now carry into each project. 💬 Feedback is Essential - Feedback drives growth. Each iteration improves the product and teaches resilience, adaptability, and the ability to learn from critique. 🤝 Collaboration & Communication - From cross-functional teamwork to building synergy with stakeholders, I’ve learned how critical effective collaboration is to successful design. 🛠️ Branding & Visual Design Principles - I now understand the importance of consistency, aesthetics, and storytelling in crafting a brand that resonates with users. 📊 Value of UX Research - The foundation of great design lies in research. Observing, interviewing, and analyzing user behavior ensures we’re creating value in every interaction. The bootcamp taught me to look at design holistically, from ideation to implementation, and I’m really grateful to all our facilitators Folashade Adeola-Adegbite Esther O. and Oluwasekemi Adeyemo I'm excited to share more in this challenge! Looking forward to growing further and sharing each step of the way—stay tuned! 🎉 #ProductDesign #DesignThinking #LadiesInTech #UXResearch #UIChallengewithLITA #21DaysOfDesign #UserExperience #DesignChallenge #LearningJourney

Hold on, is UX really not a skill? Hear me out!

 While mastering software and design tools are crucial, what truly sets great UX professionals apart is their mindset. It's about going beyond pixels and trends to truly understand and empathise with users. UX is iterative. Sometimes, we need to iterate over a small thing 100 times. Crazy how that small thing may create a huge impact over the business and the user. UX is not only about creating screens on Figma or any other fancy tools. It's about the user and their problems. Here's how this mindset translates into action:

 1. Curiosity: Asking constant "why"s, questioning assumptions, and actively seeking user feedback becomes second nature.

 2. Empathy: Stepping into the user's shoes, understanding their needs, frustrations, and mental models.

 3. Iteration: Embracing the messy process, testing, learning, and refining designs based on user input.

 4. Collaboration: Working closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring user-centricity permeates every stage.

 5. Holistic thinking: Considering the entire user journey, from first touchpoint to final interaction.

 This mindset fosters a culture of continuous improvement, where every decision prioritizes user experience.

 What are your thoughts? Is UX more than just a skill? Share your experience in the comments below! 

 Post inspired by Bikash Joshi
 #UXdesign #mindset #userexperience #designthinking #productdesign

As a UX Designer, there really is no end to learning. I recently took a foundational course on design thinking on The Interaction Design Foundation , and this week’s focus on ideation has been truly enlightening. Ideation is the heartbeat of innovation in design thinking. It's the phase where you break free from constraints and brainstorm solutions to tackle your design challenges. Here are some key tips to maximize your ideation sessions: 🔍 Frame the Problem: Start by clearly defining the problem you're trying to solve. This alignment ensures focused and effective brainstorming. 🌟 Embrace Diverse Techniques: Go beyond traditional brainstorming. Explore methods like mind mapping, worst-case scenario thinking, or role-playing to spark fresh ideas. 🤝 Build on Ideas: Foster active listening and collaboration. Riffing on each other’s suggestions can lead to unexpected breakthroughs. 🎨 Go Wild (within reason): Don’t shy away from unconventional ideas. Sometimes, the craziest concepts can be refined into brilliant solutions. 📝 Document Everything: Capture every idea, no matter how small. You might discover hidden gems when you revisit them later. By following these tips, you can turn ideation into a powerful tool for driving creativity and innovation in your design process. #DesignThinking #Innovation #Ideation #Creativity #ProblemSolving

I'm officially back in the office after 2 weeks off, and the theme of my holiday was 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘺 ✏️ In my family, we’ve always loved DIY, so my mom and I spent time fixing some old windows that had been damaged by the weather over the years and making lovely art pieces with her special touch 🎨 I also took the course "𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘋𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯: 𝘜𝘟 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 & 𝘜𝘐 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯" by Rob Sutcliffe. As a #ProductManager, I found it very useful - it’s clear, well-made, and really dives into user experience. Rob covers a wide range of concepts, from analyzing existing products on the market to critical thinking, user interviews, perception, and usability, providing practical tools for developing new solutions and features. One thing that really stood out for me during the course was the module on creativity. Creativity is a word we often associate with people who can draw or play the guitar (so definitely NOT me! 😄), but Rob shows that being creative isn’t just for artists, it’s about solving problems.💡 Rob recommended the book "𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦" by Tom Kelley and #DavidKelley, which is full of great stories, like how scary MRI machines can become fun adventures for kids, or the story of the Embrace Infant Warmer, which has saved 700K babies to date. What I absolutely loved about this book is how it reminds us that we all have creativity inside us. It shows that creativity isn’t just about art, but is at the heart of innovation, about smart solutions, and it’s key for solving problems and sparking new ideas. As I get back to work, I’m excited to bring this refreshed sense of creativity to our team, finding new ways together to tackle challenges and bring fresh ideas to the table. 💪 Oh, and I also made a cheesecake, but that... was really bad. 😅 ▶ ▶ ▶ How do you use creativity at work? Let’s exchange ideas! 💬 #Creativity #ProductManagement #UX #Design #DigitalSolutions #CreativeConfidence

Hello Design Enthusiasts! Are you tired of building products that miss the mark? At Narangy Design, we believe in the power of user research to create truly exceptional digital experiences. Our team of passionate and experienced designers is committed to understanding your users' needs, behaviors, and pain points. Our Agile Approach to User Research: Rapid Iterations: We deliver actionable insights quickly, enabling you to make informed decisions. Collaborative Partnerships: We work closely with your team to align research goals with business objectives. Data-Driven Decisions: We use data to inform design decisions and measure the impact of our work. Let's work together to create products that users love. #userresearch #uxdesign #uxresearch #usercentereddesign #designthinking #agile #innovation #digitaldesign UX Collective User Research User Stories

Learn from History: Unlocking the Secrets of Past Projects! 📚 In the fast-paced world of UX/UI and product design, it’s easy to get caught up in the latest trends and technologies. However, one of the most powerful tools at our fingertips is the wisdom of our past experiences. By looking back at similar projects, we can uncover valuable insights that help us tackle today’s challenges more effectively. Here are some practical steps to make use of the lessons from our history: • Document Past Projects: Keep a detailed record of your previous work, including successes and failures. This documentation serves as a reference point for future tasks. • Review Team Insights: Hold regular meetings with your team. Discuss what worked well and what didn’t, creating an open environment for sharing ideas and feedback. • Identify Patterns: Look for repeating themes in your past projects. Recognizing these patterns can help you find solutions that are likely to succeed in current situations. By embracing the knowledge of the past, we can make more informed decisions, avoid repeating mistakes, and drive our projects toward success. Remember, history is not just about what has happened; it’s a goldmine of insights waiting to be discovered! Let’s learn from our experiences and pave the way for innovative designs and solutions! #LearningFromThePast #UXUI #ProductDesign #KnowledgeIsPower #Life #Mobileapplications #Design #Technology #Strategy #Learnings

One of my favorite parts of being in UX design is our brainstorming sessions. 😊 They're dynamic, fun, and full of innovation! ✨ As a team, we come together with individual insights to debate, argue, and discuss—all to resolve or create something amazing. When it comes to discussing and ideating something new, we start using the whiteboards and sometimes end up using the tables too. Any surface becomes a canvas to sketch, explain, and share the ideas buzzing in our minds. Walls, windows, even coffee cups aren't safe from our creativity! 🙈🤣 I am sure that happens with many of us being a part of product or design team. 😁 It's incredible how diverse perspectives help us solve design puzzles and always lead to brilliant ideas.😄 Upasna Kakkat #UXDesign #Brainstorming #Innovation #Teamwork #DesignThinking #ProductTeam

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗫 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝗫 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 ? Excited to share the impact of #LeanUX on both UX professionals 🙍🏻♂️ and companies 🏢! By focusing on collaboration, iteration, and efficiency, Lean UX transforms the way we approach design. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: 🔹𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Lean UX encourages cross-functional teams to work together seamlessly, fostering a collaborative environment that brings diverse perspectives to the table. 🔹𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: With Lean UX, constant feedback loops allow for rapid iteration, enabling teams to course-correct early and often, leading to better outcomes. 🔹𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: By eliminating waste and focusing on what truly adds value, Lean UX streamlines the design process, saving time and resources. Ready to elevate your UX game with Lean UX? Let's start a conversation on how we can leverage these principles for success together! #UserExperience #DesignThinking #ProductDevelopment #Collaboration #Efficiency 💡 DM | Follow #HemanthUX  Gratitude!

Hey everyone 😁 , it's another Monday and the start of another week. I bring to you amazing insights into one of the most concise and clear sessions ever attended. Yesterday's session was hosted by our lovely community, UX Foundry , with the theme ''Pixel perfect vs Mvp: Finding the middle ground' 'We were privileged to have the amazing Adeola Richards speak to us on this. She emphasized that while pixelperfect aims for flawless execution,it can be time consuming and resource intensive, rising over- engineering. On the other hand, Mvp offers speed to the market and cost effectiveness but may compromise user experience and brand perception. The key takeaway? Striking a balance between quality and speed is crucial for delivering exceptional products and experiences. Finding the middle ground means delivering quality products quickly while ensuring the best user experience. Five keys steps to achieving this are: ✨ Defining clear goals and priorities ✨ Collaborating early and often ✨ Iterating and improving ✨ Balancing quality and speed ✨ Prototyping and testing Striking the balance between Pixel perfect and Mvp is like balancing on a seesaw- it's about finding that sweet spot in the middle where users benefit most. Many thanks to Adeola Richards for sharing these with us. And thank you to our ever amazing community UX Foundry #uxfoundry #designlearing #productdesign #uxdesign