Yichen Cao

Designed and built Vibe Raising, an AI-native startup database from 0 to 1, using Claude Code, Codex, Figma, Linear, Notion, Granola, and Miro. Led agile product management with software developers, ran scrum ceremonies, and showcased the MVP at a Codex meetup.

Conducted user interviews with clinicians, usability sessions, and competitor analysis to uncover pain points and inform feature priorities. Collaborated on improving the onboarding process, synthesising feedback into actionable recommendations that supported clinicians.

Conducted user interviews and competitor research to identify gaps in the dining recommendation space. Led the end-to-end process and synthesised findings into actionable features, prioritising stakeholder interests and technical constraints.

Mentored over 3,000 students, facilitating technical workshops to explain complex design systems and computational design concepts. Guided students through research, problem analysis, and iterative prototyping, linking theory to real-world applications.

Delivered UX research and accessibility design for an NDIS marketplace, turning stakeholder feedback into clear, documented deliverables.

Completed a UX/UI Design program through the Victoria Digital Jobs Program, covering end-to-end product design using Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

Completed a Full Stack Software Engineering program, developing scalable web apps and collaborating with developers.

Grade: First Class Honours

Completed a Master of Architecture with First Class Honours.

Completed a Bachelor of Design.