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Aashman Goghari - Tackling complex design challenges at Palantir

Mar 1, 2025
Aashman Goghari, a Design Lead at Palantir, shares his expertise in navigating complex design challenges within a data-rich environment. He emphasizes the art of problem decomposition and discusses effective strategies for collaborating with backend engineers. Aashman delves into the significance of systems thinking, using insights from design challenges at Palantir's Foundry platform. He also explores the balance between edge cases and user-friendly pathways while empowering designers through mentorship and collaboration.
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  • Designers at Palantir tackle complex problems by employing problem decomposition and collaborating closely with backend engineers for effective solutions.
  • The need for a systemic approach in design is crucial as it ensures that user interfaces cater to both novice and advanced users seamlessly.

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Understanding Complexity in Design

Designers in complex domains face the challenge of addressing a multitude of intricate problems. To navigate this complexity, they must adeptly zoom in and out of various perspectives, understanding both high-level concepts and minute details of their projects. The need for a systemic approach is emphasized as designers work in environments that demand collaboration with backend engineers and others across different teams. Taking ownership from the onset, designers often deal with bespoke use cases that require tailored solutions amid vast data integration challenges.

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