About Me

Upon joining the MIDEA program, I hoped to expand my understanding of user interaction within platform systems. My goal was to gain a structured approach to design thinking that could help guide me from initial concept to final execution, particularly in user experience (UX) and interface design. I aimed to learn frameworks that would make my designs not only visually appealing but also highly functional and user-centered.

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Throughout the MIDEA program, several key courses enriched my learning and broadened my skillset. In the Design Thinking course, I learned the structured methodology of tackling a complete design project, from problem definition to user-centered solutions. This course provided a systematic approach that I have applied in multiple projects since. In Interface Design, I acquired practical techniques for creating both low-fidelity and high-fidelity wireframes, building my confidence in prototyping. The IDEA Laboratory gave me invaluable hands-on experience, where I moved from initial ideation in game design to developing a working game concept. This immersive process, from brainstorming to reality, was transformative in applying theory to practice.

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Top 3 practical skills acquired

1. Prototyping and Wireframing – I developed strong skills in creating both low-fi and hi-fi prototypes, a core competency that has been essential in visualizing and communicating design ideas clearly.

2. User Testing and Feedback Incorporation – Through multiple projects, I learned the importance of testing with users and iterating based on feedback, an essential skill for any UX/UI designer.

3. Analytical Skills and Data Interpretation analyze quantitative and qualitative data to measure the effectiveness of their designs, helps to assess user engagement metrics, conversion rates, or feedback loops.

 

Top 3  theoretical concepts learned

1. Visual Hierarchy in Design - Through contrast, color, size, and spacing, visual hierarchy helps designers highlight primary actions (like call-to-action buttons) and prioritize information, making interfaces more effective and user-friendly (Lidwell, Holden, & Butler, 2010).

2. Interaction Design and Microinteractions - Microinteractions enhance feedback, acknowledge user actions, and make the experience feel responsive and engaging, improving user satisfaction and guiding the user through tasks intuitively (Saffer, 2013).

3. Usability Heuristics for Interface Design - These heuristics provide a framework for evaluating designs to ensure they meet usability standards. For instance, error prevention can be achieved by adding confirmation prompts before critical actions (Nielsen, 1994).