Hey there!! I am probably dozing by the window, please give me a bit more time :)The room with a view
○ CMU HCII ’22
○ Cross-disciplinary background in optoelectronics, education, and human-computer interaction
○ 3yr+ work experience in UX research and design
○ Project experience in U.S. federal government, education, transportation, and museum
I am more than my resume→
Beautiful things are rooted in the stories.
‘This is our interpretation of your life.'
Fill in the gaps and piece up the puzzle.
The role of products is similar to minor happiness—its impact may be undetectable, but it’s critical in creating an integral life blueprint. My previous experiences have shaped my habit of considering the ‘educational impact’ of the products: what will users learn from these interactions? Are we helping them become better people?
In other words, the more I’m exposed to the field of human-computer interaction, the more I realize the values of human-human interaction.
Who am I?
That’s not an easy question, honestly. I’m on a lifelong journey of exploring my inner self, which is also subtly changing all the time, so I can only share with you the most recent answers.
I’m an introvert. I need focused time to be with myself in order to recharge my energy. I’m not passionate about attending social activities nor am I comfortable bragging about what I possess. But in recent years, I’ve gradually learned to transform my introversion into weapons. I observe, empathize, reflect, make connections, and holistically analyze things.
I’m a (relatively) slow thinker. It often takes me a while to interpret my surrounding situation when making decisions because there are layers of ‘processors’ in my head, which force me to organize things in a logical and higher-level way. But a slow thinker is not a slothful thinker. In fact, I desire thoughts of high quality as avidly as others and I’m capable of generating insightful ideas after considerate thinking, especially in an inclusive environment.
I’m highly empathetic and sensitive in nature. I can immediately burst into tears when reading news of a distant tragedy, and I can write songs for someone else’s stories. This character is the foundation of my motivation to be a UX researcher, but I also remind myself all the time not to let my emotional responses take control. My ideal identity as a researcher is to be an advocate for evidence while maintaining some degree of acute intuition.
Final thoughts…
Appreciating the diverse styles of houses by the road has become one of my favorite activities since I came to this foreign country. As I’m feeling amazed by the creative architectural design, I can’t help imagining the people who live in these houses. Is their lifestyle consistent with the architectural style? What journey have they been through before settling down in this area?
What you’re reading now is the house I built for you as well as myself. It’s a small wonderland witnessing my past and future growth in the field of UX research—or perhaps some other forms of exploration of human beings. If you happen to be curious about the girl who lives here (since you’ve seen her dozing by the window), don’t hesitate to knock on the door.
