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Hosain Rahman

04/26/17

@ Y Combinator

Constraints in the design process are beneficial as they push us to refine, simplify, and find the most effective solutions to user problems.

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How to Design Hardware Products with Hosain Rahman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 17)

@ Y Combinator

How to Design Hardware Products with Hosain Rahman (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 17)

04/26/17

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Bob Baxley

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It's important to give designers constraints to work within, as this helps them focus their creativity and produce better outcomes.

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Constraints in search can drive creativity, as they force us to innovate and find better solutions that enhance user experience without compromising on quality or speed.

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Bob Baxley

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Design is fundamentally a problem-solving methodology; the more clarity you provide upfront, the more efficient the design process will be.

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Garry Tan

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Design thinking emphasizes clarity in identifying the problem that needs to be solved.

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John Ousterhout

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Designing things twice can lead to better outcomes, as the first idea is often not the best; forcing oneself to think of alternatives can yield superior solutions.

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Dylan Field

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The goal is to lower the barrier for entry in design while also raising the ceiling on what can be achieved, allowing more people to participate in the design process.

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Garry Tan

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Designers should advocate for users, ensuring that products address not just the ideal cases but also the edge cases that often lead to dissatisfaction.

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Garry Tan

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Design should not be for its own sake; it must solve real problems for users.

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Matt Cutts

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When building products, it's crucial to understand user pain points through direct interaction, as this can lead to better design and user experience.