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For all the UX enthusiasts out there, here’s a list of some fantastic UX conferences happening around and you can attend in India. These are some of my favourite ones as well. 🙂 1. UXIndia,  https://2024.ux-india.org/ 2. UXnow, https://www.uxnow.org/ 3. UX360 Research Summit, https://lnkd.in/gSJfXD_q 4. International Conference on Research Into Design, https://lnkd.in/gUCEVvQ9 5. Hatch conference, https://lnkd.in/guyvAaEN 6. UXInsight Festival, https://lnkd.in/gPHb5Zby 7. ConveyUX, https://conveyux.com/ 8. AIGA Design Conference 2024, https://lnkd.in/gsKmfRWT 9. George UX Conf, https://lnkd.in/gQgHwuRF For more information, plz visit the specific event websites. Top 5 benefits of attending the conferences: 1. Connect with other professionals 2. Stay ahead of Industry Trends 3. Inspiration and Fresh Ideas 4. Showcase work 5. Attend amazing workshops and masterclasses When people with the same passion come together under one roof, the conversations are truly unstoppable. These gatherings create an environment so vibrant and inspiring that you wish the day would never end. The energy and vibe are unmatched. UX conferences are more than just events; they’re incubators for ideas and catalysts for growth. Some ideas that start as casual conversations come to life, sparking innovations that can shape the future of design. For others, it’s a place of clarity, where the fog of uncertainty lifts, revealing the path forward in their career. Don't think. Just decide your next UX conference, you would like to attend soon. 😁 #UserExperience #UXConferences #UXEvents #UXSummit #DigitalDesignConferences #ProductDesignSummit #UXGathering #UXDesign #UserExperience #UXResearch #DesignThinking #InteractionDesign #UIUX #UXStrategy

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Design success starts with documenting your journey! Tip for aspiring designers: Cultivate the habit of documenting your design process, no matter how raw or informal. These notes serve as invaluable guides during presentations or discussions with stakeholders. Transparency of thought process builds trust, fostering healthy dialogue and alignment with stakeholders. Plus, it boosts your confidence! #DesignTips #ProcessMatters #TransparencyWins

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📢 Exciting News for UX Designers! Are you preparing for your next design review and wondering how to navigate challenging questions or confidently defend your design choices? 🚀 In my 13+ years of experience, I have sat in over 100+ design review sessions, during which I have used exact scripts which have had stakeholders nodding in agreement. Today, I'm sharing a **FREE cheat sheet** that will transform how you approach design reviews. You’ll get **15 powerful, word-for-word scripts** that’ll help you: ✨ Explain design decisions confidently (even without a ton of data)   🔍 Respond when you don't have an immediate answer (with grace and professionalism)   💬 Defend your design choices persuasively   🤝 Integrate feedback smoothly, showing you're both receptive and action-oriented  Each script is packed with insights that showcase strategic thinking and user-centred design to help you nail your next review. 👏 Curious? Grab the Link in the comment, and download it for FREE #UXDesign #DesignReview #UserExperience #UXResearch #ProductDesign #DesignDecisions

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🌍 The Power of Culture in Design 🎨 Culture profoundly impacts design, from colors and symbols to language and UX. 🚀 Here’s a look at how cultural nuances shape design: 👉 Colors: Different cultures have unique associations with colors. For instance, while red symbolizes prosperity and celebration in India, it can represent danger or warning in other contexts. A study by Pantone shows that 95% of consumers make judgments based on color alone. 🌈 👉Symbols: Symbols can vary widely in meaning. The Swastika, for example, is a symbol of good fortune in Hinduism but is associated with the Nazi regime in Europe. This contrast highlights the importance of cultural context in design. 👉Language: Typography and language choices are critical. In multilingual countries like India, brands often use multiple native languages to appeal to diverse audiences, enhancing engagement and comprehension. 👉 UX Design: Cultural preferences affect user experience. For example, research shows that users from feminine cultures, like Norway and Sweden, prefer more links and options on landing pages, while users from pragmatic cultures, like Japan, engage better with visual content like images and videos. 📊Understanding these cultural nuances is essential for creating designs that are both visually appealing and meaningful across diverse audiences. Embrace the power of culture to drive innovation and shape impactful design solutions. 🚀 #design #culture #creative #technology #influence #productdevelopment #Productdesign #designresearch #designthinking

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Design and product management are job functions that require unique skill sets. Good designers with strong customer acumen and great analytical abilities ( not limited to ) can become effective product managers. Similarly, product managers who invest time in mastering design tools, building craft, building appreciation for art and understanding that design is not merely about problem-solving ( not limited to ) can become effective designers. Designers aspiring to become product managers should understand that this transition is a shift to a different function, not a promotion or level up. Designers who believe they can *do more* or excel as product managers simply by switching roles often do not succeed.

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Why do you like what you like? Applications for Cohort 10 of 10kdesigners are open 🔗 🔮 1400+ designers have gone through a transformational career journey by enrolling in 10kdesigners  🤔 Who is it for? The cohort has a mix of early stage folks new to design, folks who are already in design but want to level up as well as professionals from other fields.  To give you an example, in the previous cohort this year: 📌 Role: 30% of enrolled members were students or recently graduated, 22% were working as UI/UX designers already, 13% were working as graphic designers, 13% were working in software engineering, and the remaining 20% in other roles like architecture, interior design, sales, marketing, PM etc. 📌 Experience: 42% of enrolled members had less than a year of experience, 39% had between 1-3 years of experience, 8% had 3-5 years of experience, 10% had 5+ years of experience. 📌 Education: 43% of enrolled members were from an engineering education background, 14% from a design background, 12% were from an arts background, 7% were from a commerce background, 6% from an architecture background etc. 📌 Location: 19% of enrolled members were from Bangalore, 20% from Delhi NCR, 16% from Mumbai and Pune, 4.2% from Gujarat etc. About 1-3% of every cohort is international members. 🚀 Our cohort alumni now work as designers at the top companies in India like Swiggy, Zepto, Ola, Blinkit and more!

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Design resources that feel illegal to know 👁️ Applications for Cohort 10 of 10kdesigners are open 🔗 🔮 1400+ designers have gone through a transformational career journey by enrolling in 10kdesigners  🤔 Who is it for? The cohort has a mix of early stage folks new to design, folks who are already in design but want to level up as well as professionals from other fields.  To give you an example, in the previous cohort this year: 📌 Role: 30% of enrolled members were students or recently graduated, 22% were working as UI/UX designers already, 13% were working as graphic designers, 13% were working in software engineering, and the remaining 20% in other roles like architecture, interior design, sales, marketing, PM etc. 📌 Experience: 42% of enrolled members had less than a year of experience, 39% had between 1-3 years of experience, 8% had 3-5 years of experience, 10% had 5+ years of experience. 📌 Education: 43% of enrolled members were from an engineering education background, 14% from a design background, 12% were from an arts background, 7% were from a commerce background, 6% from an architecture background etc. 📌 Location: 19% of enrolled members were from Bangalore, 20% from Delhi NCR, 16% from Mumbai and Pune, 4.2% from Gujarat etc. About 1-3% of every cohort is international members. 🚀 Our cohort alumni now work as designers at the top companies in India like Swiggy, Zepto, Ola, Blinkit and more!

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Product Design Career: Skills and Salary Insights 🎨💼 We spoke with a product designer about the qualities needed to succeed and the earning potential in this creative and impactful field. #ProductDesign #UIUX #Career #Designing #Salary #Experience #Job #Connection #Cfbr #Professional #Brand #Creative #Skills #Quality #Product

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Highlighting my article on the topic of Dark UX patterns and how they impact client journeys and experiences. https://lnkd.in/dm_zcXZ #design #designthinking #designbuild #designstrategy #product #producctdesign #productmanagement #productstrategy #designprinciples #innovation #designers #digitaltransformation #ux #uxdesign #uiux #uidesign #designinnovation #application #software #softwaredesign #usability #userresearch #research #usercentereddesign #productleadership #uxwriting #designsystems #empathy #interfacedesign #usabilitytesting #userexperience #productdesign #accessibility #ui #ai #genai 

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If you want to wow your UX interviewer for a design job, here are some helpful case study tips. These are in no particular order. 1. For the case study you’re going to present, show plainly how the app you worked on ties in with any other apps at the same company. This will help to illustrate that you’re not just an IC designer, but someone who thinks and knows beyond the current task/app. Consider showing them a simple ecosystem mapping, speaking briefly to the overall scope, and then showing where you’ll be focusing in today’s review. 2. Ensure you clearly communicate the core personas/roles for your case study, then proactively state which user type’s journey/screens you’ll be focused on during the presentation. This will show the fact that you understand user hierarchy and that sections can change, depending on differing user needs. Bonus points if you can also speak to or show variances of a section/feature set, based on some of the other personas/roles. 3. It’s 2024. The days of InVision prototyping are now long gone. Come prepared to showcase at least one interactive demo of the section/feature set you worked on in Figma. Consider doing a simple walk-through showing how your user that is in focus would get to this section, and then why and how they would use it. This step should really not be much different than what you need to do to sell your own ideas at company X. 4. Showcase to your reviewer your exceptional planning skills by illustrating pre-and post MVP features checklists, based on certain priority considerations established during stakeholder and engineering reviews. This can also help to clarify during the interactive review if some of the desired elements are missing (MVP-only review, for example). 5. While it’s not always feasible to go in-depth with all the competitive research and user studies you may have done, ensure that there’s a good highlight on the processes that you took and also identify the key brands you investigated while solutioning. Sometimes, case studies can get so bogged down in the details of research that little time is actually left to properly review the product solution. Ensure that all key aspects get equal billing. 6. Be sure to pitch your case study to design colleagues for their feedback. 7. Whether you’re leading a project or an individual contributor, it’s important to state where you’re coming in on a particular project, highlighting if this is net-new or an uplift. This aspect should be part of your initial outline near the start of the case study. 8. Always ensure your case study has a simple and clear problem statement that started you down the path of investigation and improvement. 9. It’s very important that your reviewer be able to get a sense of how you progressed from wires to testing to high-def mockups. This doesn’t require extreme detail but at least a few key screens and maybe some aspects showing A/B testing before you finally settled on HD concepts.

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UX Series: Fintech in India Problem 5: Transparency in Fee Structures and Terms Users often face hidden fees and complex terms that are difficult to understand, eroding trust and leading to a sense of exploitation rather than empowerment. In India, the lack of transparency in fee structures and terms within financial services remains a significant barrier to building trust and fostering financial inclusion. Whether in rural or urban settings, users often encounter hidden fees and complex terms that are difficult to decipher, leading to a sense of exploitation rather than empowerment. In rural India, where digital and financial literacy rates are lower, these opaque practices can have a severe impact. A 2022 report found that 68% of rural users were unaware of the full costs associated with their banking products, leading to unexpected charges and a reluctance to engage further with formal financial services. This lack of clarity erodes trust, pushing many to rely on informal channels that are often riskier and more expensive in the long run. Urban users, while generally more financially literate, are not immune to this issue. A 2023 survey revealed that 45% of urban Indians felt misled by hidden fees or unclear terms when using financial products, such as loans or investment services. This complexity not only undermines trust but also discourages individuals from making informed financial decisions, ultimately stunting their financial growth. Eleven public sector banks—excluding State Bank of India (SBI) — have charged Rs 2,331 crore from account holders for their failure to maintain minimum balance in savings banks in FY2024, a rise of 25.63 per cent from Rs 1,855.43 crore in FY2023 Finance Ministry data shows the country’s largest lender, State Bank of India, collected Rs 1,771 crore during April-November 2017 as charges from customers who did not maintain their minimum monthly average balance in their accounts, according to a report in The Indian Express. This is more than the bank’s July-September quarter net profit of Rs 1,581.55 crore and nearly half of the Rs 3,586 crore it earned as net profit April-September. For India to achieve true financial empowerment, transparency must be at the forefront of all financial services. Clear, understandable fee structures and terms should be standard, enabling users to make informed choices with confidence. By prioritizing transparency, financial institutions can build lasting trust, ensuring that every Indian feels empowered, not exploited, by the financial system.

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💎 21 Methods of UX Research: When To Use Which The diagram & guide that explains when and how to apply different UX research methods during the product design process https://lnkd.in/dpcWqN4m #productdesign #design #ux #uxresearch #userresea

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🟡 Fountn Weekly - Issue #37 is out. 10 hand-picked design resources of the week have been sent to 1195 subscribers. What's in this week: FIGMA ✢ Stippling in Figma — vijay verma UX ✢ Design Patterns Catalogue — Projects by IF LEARNING ✢ Dev Encyclopedia — Chenuli Jayasinghe UI ✢ Maneken - The browser powered mockup editor INSPIRATION ✢ Flowjam - Product Launch Videos LEARNING ✢ Prompt Structure in Conversations with Generative AI — Nielsen Norman Group ✢ Simple recall testing for B2B UX — Olesia Vdovenko ✢ Beyond the Blues Vibrant Colors Shaping Healthcare Apps — BlackHagen Design ✢ UX Research Methods Selection Tool — User Interviews ✢ Fluid typography in design systems: from design to code — Felix Oginni That's all for the week, everyone. Keep creating wonders! 🌟 Sign up for the Fountn newsletter to receive a weekly dose of design resources delivered to your inbox. → https://fountn.design

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THE ART OF INTENTIONAL CLUTTER: WHEN DESIGN GETS A LITTLE MESSY Should designs have “standards”? If yes, who gets to set these “standards”? What is the yardstick?... This is in reference to our previous article on "Minimalism in UX Design" and the amazing article by Shikha Saxena on "Intentional Clutter: A Design Concept" Intentional clutter is not about throwing everything you can think of onto a page and calling it a day. It’s about carefully curating elements that may seem chaotic but actually work together to create a lively, engaging experience. Think of it as the digital equivalent of a cozy, lived-in space. It’s not just there; it’s alive. Let’s be honest: sometimes minimalism can be a little... sterile. It’s like living in a perfectly arranged house where you’re scared to move a cushion for fear of ruining the symmetry. Now think about the comfort of your own living room. Maybe there’s a blanket draped over the couch, some magazines on the coffee table, and a couple of mismatched pillows. It’s a bit messy, sure, but it’s your mess. It feels human. Intentional clutter in design works the same way. It breaks away from the rigidity of minimalism and allows a space to feel more human, more approachable. It’s why some apps and websites don’t shy away from adding a little personality to their interfaces. The key is to make it feel intentional, not accidental. Let’s say you’re designing an app for a community of gamers. This isn’t the time for pristine white space and minimal navigation. Gamers love exploring, discovering hidden features, and feeling like they’re part of a vibrant ecosystem. A touch of controlled chaos — a few Easter eggs here, some playful animations there — can make the experience feel more immersive and engaging. Of course, there’s a fine line between intentional clutter and just plain clutter. The former is curated; the latter is a disaster. No one wants to feel like they’re wading through a junk drawer trying to find the “Settings” button. The trick is to make sure every element, no matter how quirky or seemingly out of place, serves a purpose. It’s like a beautifully organized junk shop — each item has its story and place, even if that place is a bit unconventional. Your interface should invite users to explore, not confuse them. Believe it or not, people often crave a bit of chaos. There’s something refreshing about unpredictability in a world where everything seems too polished and perfect. Intentional clutter speaks to our love for stories, personality, and the little imperfections that make things interesting. It’s a reminder that a little clutter can tell a story, invite curiosity, and create an emotional connection. It’s like a treasure hunt where every click, scroll, and hover uncovers something delightful. After all, sometimes it’s the little imperfections that make things perfect. Read full article on Medium: https://lnkd.in/d8vqPC9c

UX writing best practices for product design Here are some tips for mastering UX writing: → Be clear & concise Keep your messages simple and to the point. → Use a conversational tone Write as if you're speaking to the user directly. → Be consistent Maintain a consistent voice and terminology throughout the product. → Guide the user Provide helpful instructions and feedback. → Focus on the User Always write with the user's needs and perspectives in mind. Implement these tips to improve your product's usability and overall user experience. Wavespace is a partner making digital designs for future unicorns 🦄 Free UX audit CALL book now, for your website or app design.

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From a personal perspective, I've observed a troubling lack of respect for designers within Indian companies. Many organisations undervalue designers, not fully appreciating how impactful good design can be on user experience and overall growth. This lack of recognition can be disheartening, especially when design is crucial in creating effective, engaging products. I believe it's time for a shift in perception. If you've faced similar challenges or have insights to share, I encourage you to comment and join the conversation.

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*Episode 26: Understanding Iterative Design* Design is an iterative process. But what kind of iteration? In the realm of design, here's a common scenario - ❌ Designers often unknowingly fixate on a solution ❌ They become emotionally attached to their ideas, UI, and solutions pushing stakeholders in a single direction ❌ They backtrack to low-fidelity wireframes ❌ They gather feedback and keep making slight adjustments ❌ Then they move to high-fidelity designs ❌ Disagreement from others may upset them But, This is NOT an iterative design process. A skilled designer takes a different path - ✅ They refrain from prematurely settling on a solution. ✅ They maintain emotional detachment from their designs. ✅ They explore multiple concept sketches from varied perspectives. For example, if you are designing a healthcare application, your designs will drastically change if you design it from different perspectives like - patient safety vs data accuracy vs productivity. ✅ They welcome opposing viewpoints without personal offense. ✅ They select the most sensible option or craft a customised solution [as a team]. ✅ They proceed to high-fidelity designs. This genuine iterative process introduces fresh perspectives, potentially uncovering insights that stakeholders hadn't considered. This is how you truly contribute value as a designer. If you've accomplished something like this, make sure to showcase it prominently in your next design interview. 💡 Remember: Iterative design isn't merely about advancing from low to high fidelity. It's about crafting designs from diverse perspectives previously unexplored!💡 If you liked the tip, like and comment your thoughts. #DesignInterviewProTips #CareerGrowth #DesignCommunity #30DayChallenge #DreamJob #CareerDevelopment

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No it's not embarrassing to ask for design references. 🤦🏻‍♂️ I know the thoughts: 💭"as a designer I should be able to conceptualise solutions..." & 💭 "as a designer my ideas should be original" So you refrain from asking for reference from client / stakeholders. ⚠️ Just ask for reference so you know what they are trying to get built!! If anything it makes you good at: 1. Time efficiency 2. Setting the expectations right for you and others Trust me, your ideas and your output will be original when you do it hands on.

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