UI/UX Project Reflective Log

Duration: 4 weeks • Cadence: 5 workdays/week

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How to use

• Fill the daily section in the morning or end of day.
• End each week with a Weekly Review.
• Keep links handy: Figma, research notes, recordings, and decisions. </aside>

Week 1 · Discover - user and context

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This week was mostly about understanding what the project really expects from us. The introduction sessions helped me get clarity about the difference between UX and UI and why both matter. The brainstorming and secondary research made me think about real problems instead of jumping straight into solutions.

Talking to mentors one on one was helpful because it made me look at my problem statement more seriously. Empathy mapping and competitor analysis gave me a clearer picture of the users and the space I am designing for. The field visit was the most insightful part because hearing real people speak made the project feel more grounded. Overall the week felt like setting the foundation for everything that is coming next.

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BRAINSTORMING

What is brainstorming?

Brainstorming methods -

1. Star bursting

2. Mind Mapping - central idea expands into themes and sub themes (best for individual mind mapping)

3. Scamper - used for modifying already existing app

• Substitute : replacing an existing feature
• Combine
• Adapt
• Modify
• Put to another use
• Eliminate