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Swapnil Acharya

UX and Product Strategist. Wannabe design YouTuber, TikToker, and Podcaster.

Previously Creative Director at Leapfrog Technology and co-founder of 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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I Left a Tech Service Company After 8 Years to Join a Remote Startup

This isn’t a dramatic “I quit” story — it’s about shifting priorities, creative integrity, and the kind of work that actually energizes me now

blog • June 1, 2025
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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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • August 30, 2023