The UX Level-Up 088 - My Big Mistake of 2025 and the Lesson Learned
Jan 23, 2026
Sophia reveals a major mistake she made in 2025 that contradicts core OOUX principles. She discusses confusion caused by overlapping concepts, using examples from EdTech and Mighty Networks. Learn about three strategies to handle overlapping objects: combine, differentiate, or accept confusion. Excitingly, she announces a shift in OOUX training, merging the Foundations course into a streamlined Discovery Bundle for clarity and reduced maintenance. Get ready for a more efficient learning experience in user experience design!
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Foundations Created User Confusion
- Sophia Prater recounts creating an entry-level OOUX course called Foundations in 2025 and the confusion it caused.
- She explains Foundations overlapped with the Masterclass and created user uncertainty about which to take.
Real Examples Of Overlapping Objects
- Sophia describes encountering overlapping objects like goals vs. objectives while doing EdTech competitor analysis.
- She also shares Mighty Networks' confusing post vs. article distinction and how hard it is to reverse once released.
Combine Similar Objects When Possible
- Combine highly similar objects into one and make fields optional to handle variations.
- This reduces cognitive load and simplifies the mental model for users.