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How Bootcamp Grads Can Transition Into UX Research
In episode 101 of The Career Change Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore a path many bootcamp grads overlook: UX research. Drawing on real-world examples like the 2024 DoorDash menu redesign that cut order errors by 18%, they explain why research roles are thriving in tech's current efficiency-obsessed climate. Lucas breaks down the specific skills bootcamp grads already have—structured thinking, sprint-based workflows, pull request culture—that map directly to a researcher's toolkit. Luna presses on the practical: how to build a portfolio without a psych degree, what a 'research…
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