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Hi, I'm Jingru Zhao!

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Featured project

LinguaRead PDF Extension

Inspired by my background as a non-native English speaker turned ESL teacher for 6 years, I designed and deployed this extension to help ESL students seeking an advanced degree.

  1. 01Problem discovery
  2. 02Onboarding flow + PRD
  3. 03Working prototype
  4. 04User Iteration
Read about user feedback and how simplifying made the product better →
LinguaRead PDF Extension interface mockup
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System Behavior (Substack)

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A calming Proposal for Netflix

Introducing: Netflix Ambiance V2, a personalized user experience drawing on YouTube and Spotify's product integrations

User PersonalizationSocial MediaTime-Measured Usage
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Looking for roles in Productuser psychology & incentive structuresfinancial modelingmechanical tangibilityprimary user researchindustry expert interviewsUI/UX designPythonPRDFigmaGit/GitHubAI literate
Currently

Currently building out a project to reduce the FOMO associated with AI. Imagine a translator function that translates all possible forms new technology into familiar formatting. This is a "learn it once" helper to reduce the time spent on "onboarding" a new tool into the work of discovery, creativity, and iteration.

How I think

I take a structured framework built on my studies on logic and mechanics to reimagine ideas in 2D and 3D.

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3D Projects
  • Reusable Flosser (Body) Structure: Improving the way we use floss from the dentists' office.
  • The Perfect College Student Electric Pot: Redesigning for easier cleaning, uneven heating, weight distribution, and lid burn prevention.