Sahith Uppala

About

With a strong foundation in Human Computer Interaction from Indiana University Indianapolis and a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology from the International Institute of Information Technology, Bhubaneswar, I am a dedicated UX Designer with a focus on creating intuitive and impactful user experiences. Currently, I am designing an app for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease at the IU School of Health & Human Sciences. Previously, I enhanced user engagement as a Senior UX Designer at Comet Lab and revamped a website for the Opening Village Door Foundation. My experience at Coding Ninjas as an Associate Product Designer and Product Design Intern honed my skills in usability testing and design system development. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world problems and improve user interactions.

Experience

• UX Designer · IU School of Health & Human Sciences06-01-2024

  My primary role is to design an intuitive and effective app that supports caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. My goal is to create a user-friendly experience that helps caregivers manage their tasks and develop consistent exercise habits for their dependents.

• Senior UX Designer · Comet Lab (Convergent Media and Exploratory Technologies Lab)08-01-2023 – 05-01-2024

  As a Senior UX Designer, contributed to the development of innovative media and technology solutions, enhancing user experience and engagement.

• UX Designer · Comet Lab (Convergent Media and Exploratory Technologies Lab)09-01-2022 – 07-01-2023

  Revamped the Opening Village Door Foundation's website to meet the client's extensive requirements, resulting in a more user-friendly, efficient, and impactful online presence, enhancing the organization's online presence, attracting more donors, and facilitating its mission of poverty alleviation and educational support.

• Associate Product Designer · Coding Ninjas08-01-2021 – 07-01-2022

  Conducted 20+ moderated usability testing sessions of high-fidelity prototypes of the new course plan, resulting in a 15% increase in user retention rate. Supported the design team in improving the existing design system by rebuilding interactive components as Variants in Figma and making a style guide for the code studio platform.

• Product Design Intern · Coding Ninjas04-01-2021 – 08-01-2021

  Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and engineers, to establish and maintain a robust design system that supported the rapid iteration and scalability of multiple products and features.

Education

• Indiana University IndianapolisMaster's degree, Human Computer Interaction
• International Institute of Information Technology, BhubaneswarBachelor of Technology - BTech, Information Technology

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