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2025: Breaking the order, welcoming new possibilities

The biggest gift this year my life has given me was learning to see change as bringing new possibilities.

Dec 7 • Yingying

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October 2025

Don’t let labels define you

This is what I want to say to my younger self, and what I want to pass on to my kids as they grow.

Oct 24 • Yingying

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September 2025

Observing efficient systematic collaboration through a C-section experience

My C-section went so smoothly not because any particular stage was amazing, but because the whole system worked well together.

Sep 27 • Yingying

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August 2025

Don’t wait to be asked—speak up: proactive communication as a crucial workplace skill

As AI tools become more prevalent, many technical jobs might be replaced, but soft skills like communication cannot be fully replaced by AI.

Aug 10 • Yingying

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July 2025

Building an iPhone App for my toddler with Claude Code: programming that used to give me headaches is now so simple

I initially thought my idea of building an iPhone app was crazy, but I’m glad I tried. Getting it done in such a short time made me really happy.

Jul 20 • Yingying

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May 2025

When feeling stuck: accept it, change it, or leave it

Whatever choice we make, there's no going back, so even when there's internal conflict and struggle, I try to focus on the next action, letting those…

May 29 • Yingying

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Programming hardware with GenAI: built a simple game device for my toddler

This is how AI is changing our relationship with technology. Programming languages are no longer barriers—they're just tools that AI can handle for us.

May 5 • Yingying

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April 2025

My experience using Manus AI for a complex travel planning task

A quote from the book "Co-Intelligence": "Assume this is the worst AI you will ever use." If what I saw represents just the beginning, the future of AI…

Apr 2 • Yingying

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January 2025

What makes a great UX designer intern?

When that intern candidate asked me about good qualities in UX design interns, it really made me reflect on how the most valuable traits often go beyond…

Jan 26 • Yingying

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How my vision of happiness shifts as I grow

These days, I don't struggle with trying to have both a perfect family life and a stellar career. I focus my attention on what matters most to me, and I…

Jan 13 • Yingying

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Project management: an essential skill in my UX design journey

I never thought project management would become such a crucial part of my work.

Jan 5 • Yingying

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December 2024

Getting creative as a family: 2024

This year, I think I did well. I stuck with what was important and learned to let go of other things. By not trying to be perfect all the time, I stayed…

Dec 27, 2024 • Yingying

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