Introduction

Hello! My name is Mike Jaren Yap. I have a great interest/passion for UX & UI Design! 👍 I also spend most of my hours' coding in either the Web, JavaScript or Python, doing all sorts of side projects and freelance work.

I'm the former Chapter Head and Co-founder of the 🎉 User Experience Society - DLSU 🎉, one of the many recognized chapters in the same network.

I graduated as an Honorable Mention 🎓and earned my Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, specializing in Software Technology at De La Salle University 🏹.

     

Technical Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suites

    Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, etc.

  • Front-end Framework

    HTML, CSS, JS, ReactJS, Ionic, Bootstrap, Material Design

  • Server-side Framework

    JavaScript (ES6), Python, Hugo Static Site Generator

  • Wireframing / UI Design

    Sketch, Figma, InVision Studio, 📄 Paper & Pencil ✏️

Design Process

1️⃣ Need-finding

I explore different design trends, motivations, and ask people relevant questions about the product’s purpose.

2️⃣ Ideation

I whip up a few sketches, create wireframes and design mockups to establish organization and branding.

3️⃣ Implementation

I implement the actual product through client-side framework (HTML, CSS, JS) or through graphical content or both.

4️⃣ Usability Testing

I assess through series of usability testing, gathering of critical feedbacks and decision on final product transformation.

5️⃣ Iteration

I repeat the whole process and apply new insights for better service on upcoming projects.

Seminars / Workshops Conducted

Web Crash Course (Junior Form Function & Class)

A workshop that gets people started with web development. It teaches how to create simple websites and interfaces through the fundamentals such as elements, tags and classes.

User Experience Society - ADMU

Facilitated a workshop on Design Thinking and information Architecture. Shared useful skills on creating structured and responsible products.

DLSU Technology Summit 2018

Facilitated a crash course on user experience. Discussed about the definition and distinction of UX, its importance and real-life applications.