MOMENTUM+ / Heart to Interface: Why Invisible UX Matters Most

MOMENTUM+ / Heart to Interface: Why Invisible UX Matters Most

User experience is the invisible thread that connects a product with the human heart <3

By the nomad engr. kat usop

Date and time

Thursday, May 8 · 7 - 9pm EDT

Location

Washington

. Washington, DC 00000

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Hiya, Washington D.C!


Ever wonder why some websites and apps feel intuitive and enjoyable to use, while others leave you frustrated? The answer lies in User Experience (UX) – the art and science of designing digital (and physical) products and services that are useful, usable, and desirable for the people who interact with them.


This intro -virtual- lecture will demystify the world of UX, providing a foundational understanding of its core principles, methodologies, and importance in today's technology-driven world. We'll explore how a user-centered approach can lead to products that not only function effectively but also create positive and meaningful experiences for their users.

Key topics we'll cover (but not limited to)

What is User Experience? Defining UX and understanding its various facets beyond just usability.
Why is UX Important? Exploring the business and user benefits of good UX, including increased user satisfaction, engagement, and conversion rates.
The Core Principles of UX Design: An introduction to key concepts like usability, accessibility, desirability, and value.
Understanding Your Users: An overview of user research methods, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
The UX Design Process: A high-level look at common stages like research, ideation, prototyping, and testing.
Key UX Deliverables: Familiarizing yourself with common UX artifacts such as user personas, user flows, wireframes, and prototypes.
The Role of Empathy in UX: Understanding how to put yourself in the shoes of your users to design more effectively.
Introduction to Information Architecture and Interaction Design: Briefly exploring how information is organized and how users interact with systems.

This lecture is ideal for anyone curious about the field of user experience...👇

  • Aspiring designers and developers
  • Product managers and marketers
  • Entrepreneurs and startup founders
  • Anyone interested in creating better digital products and services

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

Define user experience and articulate its importance.
Understand the core principles of effective UX design.
Recognize the value of user-centered design.
Identify basic user research methods.
Understand the fundamental stages of the UX design process.
Recognize key UX deliverables and their purpose.
Appreciate the role of empathy in creating user-friendly products.

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7,000 students & counting! Thank you <3

Engr. Kat Usop [NYIT, ex-Duke] is a dynamic professional driving innovation at the intersection of technology and healthcare. With a strong foundation in industrial Research and Development (R&D) focused on Digital Healthcare Technologies, she spearheads the creation of AI-enabled, user-centric, and accessible healthcare solutions. Her expertise extends to leveraging mobile and wearable technologies, coupled with design thinking and gamification, to revolutionize healthcare delivery.

Beyond her role as an Innovation Architect at Medverse Labs, she co-founded Techverse Coworking Space and GINA Health (Charlotte, NC), fostering collaborative environments and entrepreneurial ventures. As a seasonal instructor at the General Assembly (US), she shares her knowledge and passion for emerging technologies, while also actively exploring trends in digital transformation, globalization, and market dynamics, with a keen interest in the application of AI within the healthcare sector.

Her academic contributions, reflected in publications on biomedical engineering, health informatics, and data science, further underscore her commitment to advancing the field.

Notably, Kat Usop's expertise is also being shared through Algorythm Academy, an online learning platform that aims to equip individuals with the skills necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of data and AI. She is currently serving as the Healthcare AI advisor at The Medical City ( Network of 5 tertiary hospital + 75 clinics in ASEAN) – Medical Advisory Board and Healthcare Innovation Consultant at New York Institute of Technology (New York Tech)

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