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Swapnil Acharya

Creative director at Leapfrog Technology. Wannabe design YouTuber, TikToker, and Podcaster.

Previously co-founded Expresiv Studios, designed norm-bending film posters, went up to Everest region with Google folks, and conceived Nepal's first economic daily newspaper.

Recent posts

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The AI✨ Dilemma: Value vs. Gimmick in User Experience Design

As designers, we must ask ourselves: do users truly care if a product is labeled “made better with AI✨”? More importantly, what does “better” mean to them?

blog • Posted on November 27, 2024
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How to Design User Experiences without Interfaces

Invisible UX is a design approach where user interactions occur seamlessly in the background, minimizing friction and cognitive load. It creates intuitive, efficient experiences by automating tasks without visible interfaces.

video • Posted on November 22, 2024
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A Guide to Design Internship

Let`s break down the key insights on design internships, covering topics like defining your goals, creating a standout portfolio, choosing the right company, and setting realistic expectations.

podcast • Posted on November 2, 2023
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The UX of Bad News

Crafting compassionate user experiences in difficult situations is essential. Whether through email, web interfaces, or e-banking apps, empathy and clarity are key. Discover how to create interfaces that respect users’ emotions and privacy

blog • Posted on September 8, 2023
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How a Designer’s Website Evolves Through Different Stages in Their Career

Just like characters develop in the Naruto series, designers grow in their careers. As they move through different career stages, their personal websites also change

blog • Posted on August 30, 2023
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How is building a great product like a fitness journey

Discover the surprising parallels between achieving fitness goals and creating successful products.

blog • Posted on August 22, 2023