Hi, I'm Jessica Patel!
I am a human-computer interaction researcher with interests in UX/UI design, machine learning, game studies, and electronics.
I have an affinity for optimizing inclusivity, immersiveness and function.
My Work
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Master's Thesis Project
Combatting Toxicity: Designing an Intelligent System to Diminish Verbal Harassment in Video Games
Topics: Machine Learning UX/UI Ethics HCI Games
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The Glow
An immersive and reactive audio-visual installation for the 2023 Digital Futures Open Show.
Topics: TouchDesigner Circuitry Arduino Fiber Optics Sensors
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Beats & Bolts Game
Collaborative design and development of a complete rhythm-based action game presented in the Level Up Showcase.
Topics: UX/UI Unity Games Figma
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VolleyGlove
Wearable electronics glove for improving volleyball volleying form.
Topics: Circuitry Microcontroller Arduino Ergonomics
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Vela: Water-Weather Web App
A water-weather forecasting web app that delivers convenience and safety to water-sport enthusiasts through intuitive visual weather reports.
Topics: UX/UI User Research Prototyping Usability Testing Figma
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The Orchestra
A movement-reactive opera singing installation for the 2023 Digital Futures Open Show using Processing, motors and 3D printed linear actuators.
Team Member: Abha Patil
Topics: Computer Vision Circuitry Arduino Processing 3D Printing
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Portfolio Website Development
The design and development process of this very website!
Topics: UX/UI User Research HTML CSS JavaScript Usability Testing
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Assassin's Creed Redesign: Ubisoft Toronto NEXT
A redesign of menus and game mechanics for Assassin's Creed: Odyssey. Pain-points were identified to improve immersion and convenience.
Topics: UX/UI Games User Research User Surveys Figma
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Watch Dogs Character Design: Ubisoft Develop
Designing a new character concept for Watch Dogs: Legion. All aspects such as mechanics, abilities, playstyle and accessiblity were outlined.
Topics: Games Desktop Research Figma
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Dental Clinic Website
The design and development process of a simple, polished dental clinic website that I made for a client.