Name: Design & Code: Memphis Web Design & Developers MeetUp
Start: 2024-11-20T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2024-11-20T20:00:00-06:00
Location: FedEx Institute of Technology, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38111

**Event Name**: Design & Code: Memphis Web Design & Developer MeetUp
**Date**: November 20th, 2024
**Time**: 6 PM to 8 PM
**Location**: Room 225 at 365 Fogelman Dr, Memphis, TN 38152

**Event Overview**:
Join us for an engaging evening with fellow web designers and developers from the Memphis area. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this MeetUp is a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge, discuss new technologies, and connect with like-minded individuals.

**Agenda**:

* Mix and Mingle and Munch
* User Centered Design at Simple Focus
* Design & Code Project Updates

**User Centered Design at Simple Focus**:
Join [JD Graffam](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdgraffam/), founder and CEO of our local UX Agency [Simple Focus](https://simplefocus.com/). In this talk JD will be pulling back the curtain on a recent automotive project, revealing the real-world dynamics between design and development. Through practical examples, JD will demonstrate how to navigate the entire project lifecycle - from initial stakeholder alignment and user persona development to rapid iteration and value delivery. Drawing from his extensive experience, he'll share both successes and setbacks that shaped the final outcome.

**What You'll Learn**:
For Developers:

* How to uncover critical user needs hidden within wireframes
* Techniques for keeping user goals at the forefront of technical decisions
* Best practices for collaborating with designers

For Designers:

* Practical approaches to creating actionable user personas
* Rapid prototyping techniques that save time and improve communication
* Methods for effectively conveying design intent to developers

For Others:

* Proven strategies for seamless design-development collaboration
* Project management techniques that foster better outcomes
* Real-world tips for delivering user value efficiently

Whether you're a student looking to break into the industry, a freelancer building your business, or an established professional, this presentation offers invaluable insights into modern design and development practices. Come ready to engage - JD's wealth of experience translates into fascinating stories and practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

**Update on the Design & Code Project by [JC Smiley](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcsmileyjr/), [Coriano Harris](https://www.linkedin.com/in/corianoharris/), and [Lynsey Frost](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynseyfrost/)**
The team has been hard at work since the last MeetUp and they would like to share their journey so far. Through the first diamond of the [design thinking process](https://www.uxpin.com/studio/blog/double-diamond-design-process/), they've moved from broad discovery to focused definition - conducting user research, mapping pain points, and synthesizing key insights. This exploration has culminated in a clear problem statement and user requirements, which they've transformed into a development-ready UI design. Their systematic approach through the Discover and Define phases has set a strong foundation for the next stages of development.

**What to expect**:

* Meet our handpicked core team of passionate individuals
* Get a sneak peek at our first client project
* Learn how this initiative will bridge the gap between learning and professional experience

**Sponsors**:
Our food is generously sponsored by [Epicenter](https://www.epicentermemphis.org/) and hosted at our local FedEx and U of M.

**Contact information for organizers**:
Message organizer on MeetUp, [MemTech Discord](https://memphistechnology.org/blog/tags/discord) or [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertcrocker/)

Robert Crocker

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