Sharpening Pixels & Perspectives

Design is a lifelong journey, and I stay sharp by constantly learning, creating, and competing. From hackathons to writing and deep dives into design literature, these are the ways I refine my skills and stay connected to the evolving world of UX.

Hackathons

I participate in hackathons to challenge my creativity, collaborate under pressure, and turn ideas into rapid prototypes. These experiences sharpen my problem-solving skills, push my design thinking, and teach me to adapt quickly.

XR Design Challenge

January 2025

Conducted By Immersive Insiders

"XR You Serious?" is a mixed reality habit-tracking app that uses a witty, interactive avatar to nudge users toward healthier routines—making self-improvement both fun and engaging.

XR Design Challenge

January 2025

Conducted By Immersive Insiders

"XR You Serious?" is a mixed reality habit-tracking app that uses a witty, interactive avatar to nudge users toward healthier routines—making self-improvement both fun and engaging.

XR Design Challenge

January 2025

Conducted By Immersive Insiders

"XR You Serious?" is a mixed reality habit-tracking app that uses a witty, interactive avatar to nudge users toward healthier routines—making self-improvement both fun and engaging.

Second Place

Dubstech Protothon

May 2023

Conducted By University of Washington

Haven is an app designed to support immigrant mothers navigating the postpartum journey, offering a safe space to find community, resources, and emotional support while overcoming cultural, language, and isolation barriers.

Second Place

Dubstech Protothon

May 2023

Conducted By University of Washington

Haven is an app designed to support immigrant mothers navigating the postpartum journey, offering a safe space to find community, resources, and emotional support while overcoming cultural, language, and isolation barriers.

Second Place

Dubstech Protothon

May 2023

Conducted By University of Washington

Haven is an app designed to support immigrant mothers navigating the postpartum journey, offering a safe space to find community, resources, and emotional support while overcoming cultural, language, and isolation barriers.

Third Place

VXP Protothon

August 2021

Conducted By Simon Fraser University

Leafbud is a mental health app for Gen Z that helps track moods, provides personalized resources, and offers journaling and community support, all with an interactive tree concept reflecting emotional growth.

VXP Protothon

August 2021

Conducted By Simon Fraser University

Third Place

Leafbud is a mental health app for Gen Z that helps track moods, provides personalized resources, and offers journaling and community support, all with an interactive tree concept reflecting emotional growth.

Third Place

VXP Protothon

August 2021

Conducted By Simon Fraser University

Leafbud is a mental health app for Gen Z that helps track moods, provides personalized resources, and offers journaling and community support, all with an interactive tree concept reflecting emotional growth.

Writings

During my master’s, I explored design through research, writing papers on user behavior, digital experiences, and accessibility. These projects deepened my understanding of UX and helped me apply research-driven insights to real-world design challenges.

A Critical Analysis of Privacy Issues with Healthcare Robots within the Framework of Medical Care Ecology

8 min read

A Critical Analysis of Privacy Issues with Healthcare Robots within the Framework of Medical Care Ecology

8 min read

Unlocking Creativity: A Biomimetic Blueprint for Creative Problem-Solving

4 min read

Unlocking Creativity: A Biomimetic Blueprint for Creative Problem-Solving

4 min read

Capitalizing Users as Innovators with regards to Social Robots

6 min read

Capitalizing Users as Innovators with regards to Social Robots

6 min read

Quantum-Inspired Creativity: A Personalized Strategy for Maximizing Innovative Thinking in the Workplace

5 min read

Quantum-Inspired Creativity: A Personalized Strategy for Maximizing Innovative Thinking in the Workplace

5 min read

Design Reads

I keep up with design by reading, learning, and exploring new ideas. Whether it’s diving into design books, staying updated on trends, or analyzing great UX in the wild, every insight helps me grow, stay inspired, and create better experiences. These are some of my all time favorite design books.