I agree with the idea that tension builds gradually and peaks at the climax before resolving, as this structure keeps audiences engaged and invested in the narrative. I find this framework useful because it provides a clear roadmap for crafting compelling stories, and it reinforces my understanding of how conflict and resolution drive a plot forward. While this model is widely applicable, some stories may deviate from it by having multiple climaxes or structures, which can create different emotional impacts.

I like this quote because it highlights the transformative power of design as a tool for positive change, emphasizing its role in creating resilience, well-being, and empowerment within communities. It underscores the potential of design to challenge and dismantle systems of exploitation and oppression. By centering community needs and values, design becomes a catalyst for progress in almost everything.

Finding the representative of stakeholders is important since they are the group that you will most likely structure your feedback towards the most. I think it is a bit more difficult to narrow down the general audience to find the representatives depending on the project or thing because the general audience can be made up of tons of people. Representatives might be difficult to find in some projects but they will help your feedback the most.

I agree with this thought because user interfaces should be understandable, accessible, and easy to navigate. Every detail in UI matters from the buttons to probably even the hyperlinks. Every action should be clear and unconfusing as possible. When an interface is hard to navigate through, users often do not know where to go and can usually end up lost and not understanding of the intent .

This thought is one that sticks with me a lot. When I first make a prototype of anything, I like to build on it and get attached. I usually do as much as I can on the first prototype with hopes of getting as close as I can to the final product with it. After I sort out the needs I often will remake it with those thoughts in mind and will keep building on it. Prototypes provide a lot of information in solutions.

I believe wording in questions to be very important in life just as they are in interviews. Wording includes your tone and other things such as underlying questions and emotion. Context also needs to be addressed when wording questions as it is vital that the person answering understands what you are asking.

I think this is a good consideration in general that can be applied to real life as well. Competitors should serve more as an inspiration and idea rather than being straight up copied. I have used this consideration a lot when thinking of ideas or trying to push for one and it has served me well in expanding my thinking.

The point about vague feedback like “It’s good” or “Could be improved” resonates with me because such comments lack depth and don’t provide any room for growth. I find this perspective useful because it highlights the importance of offering constructive, specific feedback that fosters creativity and problem-solving. It also reminds me to be more intentional in my own feedback, focusing on generating ideas rather than just critiquing.

The author talks about how society is not the most accepting of those that stray away from the path of norms. I agree as I have seen this happen a lot in person. An example that comes to mind is when the creator of the "Scrub Daddy" sponge came to promote his idea and it was shot down and lowballed due to the fact that it was a company in the sponge market. Although many creative ideas are shot down, many norms derive from creativity.

I believe this point to be very valid when brainstorming. Scenarios are very essential to design processes because they can simulate what perspectives could be. It can also help you with the bumps in the road before you start anything. I relate to this statement a lot because I often create scenarios in my head because I want to include as many as I can when taking any action.

I think this is a very underrated aspect when solving issues or designing things. Communication is very deeply rooted when trying to solve issues, I believe that respect and empathy are both things to be considered when talking to others. Communication also leads to more answers that can be used and collaborated on.

This issue comes up a lot when solving any problem and it is a big reason why sometimes the "solution" just does not work. When coming to find solutions for problems, the solution that fits the criteria of all or most perspectives should be taken. I also feel like more people would relate to this more than they think. An example that comes to mind for myself is how I sometimes don't want to go to class or the gym but then I realize that other people would go crazy for my opportunity

I had never considered thinking about the human values that simple apps could bring. Other apps that I think are similar in the way that they can show empathy are generally any food and delivery apps, and maybe some social medias like Facebook that can help people reconnect with each other. Although these apps cater to different audiences, other ones could greatly benefit.

I relate to this realization a lot. I never knew how much planning, creativity, and intent are needed to even formulate a design regardless of how simple it is. This statement made me realize that there is more that goes on in the background of a design no matter how simple it is.