Welcome to Ying's Portfolio

Hey there! ✨

My name is Ying. I'm a product designer, currently bringing ideas to life at Caelestis, LLC here in Austin, and I'm absolutely loving every minute of it! I'm also open to exciting freelance adventures because there's nothing quite like collaborating on passionate projects with amazing people.

Got questions? A wild idea brewing? Just want to chat about design over coffee? ☕ I'm all ears and always excited to connect! Let's create something extraordinary together! 💡

What a journey it's been! For over a decade, I poured my heart into teaching and tutoring, shaping young minds and watching them flourish. But life had an exciting plot twist waiting for me – a leap into the tech world that would change everything.

I'll be honest: I started with back-end development, thinking that was my path. Spoiler alert – it wasn't! My heart just wasn't in it. But here's the thing about passion – it has a way of finding you when you're ready.

Design has been my love language since day one. Picture this: a young me transforming my tiny corner of a shared room into my personal sanctuary, then eventually my entire room, apartments, and house. I was that kid designing bulletin boards at school, and later, the teacher creating stunning book covers, resumes, and portfolios for my students. I even designed t-shirts for my own business and transformed Airbnb properties into welcoming spaces!

Then came that magical moment – a UX design YouTube video that completely captivated me. I dove deep, and suddenly everything clicked. This was it! Digital design wasn't just a career path; it was my calling. Now, as a full-time UX designer, I wake up every day excited to create.

My Design Philosophy: Purpose-Driven Creation 🎯

Here's what drives me: creating products isn't just about making them look gorgeous (though that's definitely part of the fun!) – it's about genuinely improving lives and creating experiences that stand the test of time.

I'm passionate about surrounding ourselves with objects and experiences that add real value and are built to last. My north star? Design with purpose! Because here's the truth – if there's no problem, then there's no solution needed.

Every single design should begin with the user at the absolute heart of the process. I mean really, truly understanding what they need, what makes them tick, what frustrates them, and what delights them. Only then can we ideate those creative solutions that don't just work – they absolutely nail it!

From that very first interaction to the final product launch, I'm completely obsessed with crafting meaningful experiences that resonate on a deep level. The world is constantly evolving at lightning speed, and I'm here to make sure we're not just keeping up – we're growing, adapting, and thriving with it, one thoughtful, beautifully designed touchpoint at a time.

Let's build something extraordinary that lasts! 🚀

User-Centered

I design with users, not for users—understanding their real needs, not assumed ones.

Goal-Oriented

Beautiful design that doesn't drive results is just decoration. I create experiences that move the needle.

Creative Problem Solving

I turn design constraints into creative catalysts, finding elegant solutions where others see roadblocks.

Ethical Inclusive

Accessibility isn't an afterthought—it's how I design better products for everyone from day one.

Emotional Design

I craft experiences that don't just function—they feel right, building trust through every micro-interaction.

AI-Driven UI

I harness AI to enhance human experiences, not replace them—creating interfaces that feel intuitive, not automated.

Systems Thinking

I design holistically—considering how every component connects, scales, and evolves within the larger product ecosystem.

Iterative Process

I ship, learn, and improve. Every design is a hypothesis waiting to be tested with real users.

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