Finding a job in a saturated market, especially with many recent layoffs in UX, feels like an uphill battle. Just over a month ago, I left my previous role. Now, I’m grappling with a tough question: How do I secure a job in such a challenging environment? I’ve sought advice…

With over 6 years of experience in R&D and academia, coupled with a background in software engineering, I never considered a portfolio to be essential. However, diving into the UX job market changed that perspective. …

You might think that 1000 minutes is a lot, but I was determined to absorb as much advice as possible from peers, ranging from senior-level professionals to senior directors! Through 1000 minutes of mentorship on ADPList, I started on a journey to understand the job market better and learn how…

Are you a professional looking to take your career to new heights? Are you considering working in the United States? If so, the National Interest Waiver (NIW) visa could be the gateway. Similar to the Global Talent visa in the UK, the NIW (or Employment-Based Immigration: Second Preference EB-2/E-21) visa…

Do you dream of pursuing your career in the United Kingdom but are unsure of the visa requirements and procedures? If you hold a PhD, there are opportunities awaiting you that can grant you unrestricted access to the UK job market. In this blog post, I will share my journey…

In the fast-paced world of software development, tools are the lifeblood of developers. They empower programmers to write code more efficiently, leading to functional, reliable, and resilient software. But there’s a crucial aspect that often takes the backseat — security. …

Diversity and inclusion have become pressing topics for individuals, organizations, governments, and societies. In this post, I’ll share my reflections on these issues within the research community, drawing from personal anecdotes and research evidence. Breaking the ice and networking Having attended the ACM CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems (a premier international conference…

A short summary of a long systematic literature review of 164 papers related to Human-Centered, Ethical, and Responsible AI (HCER-AI). Last week, I concluded a systematic literature review alongside three great colleagues — Marios Constantinides, Daniele Quercia, and Michael Muller — on Human-Centered, Ethical, and Responsible AI (HCER-AI), which serves…

For four wonderful years, I held the role of a software engineer in a dynamic, small-sized company. In this vibrant setting, I engaged with exceptional individuals and enjoyed some of the best years of my life. However, as time passed, I came to the realization that staying in my comfort…