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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Using established design patterns, like pull-to-refresh, can make your app more intuitive and satisfying for users.

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Design for Startups by Garry Tan (Part 1)

@ Y Combinator

Design for Startups by Garry Tan (Part 1)

09/20/18

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David Siegel

09/02/23

@ Y Combinator

The app's design should prioritize clear and large interactive elements to enhance user engagement and ease of use.

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David Siegel

09/02/23

@ Y Combinator

In mobile app design, ensure that the most important interactions are easily accessible and not hidden behind subtle icons.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Be cautious with design patterns; using the wrong pagination can frustrate users, especially when switching between modalities like web and mobile.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

In interaction design, it's crucial to avoid reinventing the wheel; instead, adopt existing conventions that users are familiar with.

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Severin Hacker

05/19/25

@ 20VC with Harry Stebbings

The details in product design are crucial; they can differentiate a good app from a great one, impacting user retention and satisfaction.

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David Siegel

09/02/23

@ Y Combinator

When designing an app, it's crucial to simplify the interface to avoid overwhelming users with too many options.

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Dylan Field

03/13/25

@ Y Combinator

The design of software should allow users to learn intuitively, as seen with Snapchat, where users can easily pick up the interface by observing others.

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David Siegel

09/02/23

@ Y Combinator

It's beneficial to observe users interacting with the app to identify areas for improvement and enhance usability.

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Katie Dill

10/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Design should be intentional; choose options that are appealing, easy to use, and bring joy to users, especially in enterprise software.