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Welcome to a new episode of Edge Cases Podcast, where we unpack the real-world decisions, expectations, and shifting standards shaping design careers today.
Case studies are meant to tell a story.
But for many designers, they’ve become a checklist of process instead of a clear expression of thinking and impact.
In this episode, we sit down with Michael Sarpong, Design Engineer, UX Engineer, Product Owner, Consultant, and Co-founder, to unpack why so many designers misunderstand case studies and what they are actually meant to communicate.
So what makes a strong case study today?
Is it the structure, the UX, the storytelling, the documented decisions, or how clearly your thought process is woven together?
We explore what effective case studies tend to show, how documenting work goes beyond screenshots and timelines, and how clarity in problem-solving, ownership, and collaboration comes through when case studies are done well. We also share perspectives often considered during reviews, while keeping the conversation broad and relevant to designers at every stage.
This conversation isn’t about perfect frameworks or polished visuals.
It’s about using case studies to clearly communicate how you think, the decisions you made, and the impact of your work.
Tune in for honest insights, practical reflections, and a grounded discussion on how designers can rethink case studies in a way that feels intentional, confident, and real.
Join the conversation
Share your thoughts using #EdgeCasesPod on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
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Case Studies, Design Case Studies, UX Case Studies, Portfolio Case Studies, Design Portfolio, UX Portfolio, Product Design, UX Design, UI Design, Design Storytelling, Design Documentation, Design Careers, Design Growth, Creative Careers, African Tech, Ghana Tech, Nigeria Tech, Edge Cases Podcast, Design Podcast, Tech Podcast
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By Derrick and FrankieWelcome to a new episode of Edge Cases Podcast, where we unpack the real-world decisions, expectations, and shifting standards shaping design careers today.
Case studies are meant to tell a story.
But for many designers, they’ve become a checklist of process instead of a clear expression of thinking and impact.
In this episode, we sit down with Michael Sarpong, Design Engineer, UX Engineer, Product Owner, Consultant, and Co-founder, to unpack why so many designers misunderstand case studies and what they are actually meant to communicate.
So what makes a strong case study today?
Is it the structure, the UX, the storytelling, the documented decisions, or how clearly your thought process is woven together?
We explore what effective case studies tend to show, how documenting work goes beyond screenshots and timelines, and how clarity in problem-solving, ownership, and collaboration comes through when case studies are done well. We also share perspectives often considered during reviews, while keeping the conversation broad and relevant to designers at every stage.
This conversation isn’t about perfect frameworks or polished visuals.
It’s about using case studies to clearly communicate how you think, the decisions you made, and the impact of your work.
Tune in for honest insights, practical reflections, and a grounded discussion on how designers can rethink case studies in a way that feels intentional, confident, and real.
Join the conversation
Share your thoughts using #EdgeCasesPod on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review 🔔
Keywords / Tags
Case Studies, Design Case Studies, UX Case Studies, Portfolio Case Studies, Design Portfolio, UX Portfolio, Product Design, UX Design, UI Design, Design Storytelling, Design Documentation, Design Careers, Design Growth, Creative Careers, African Tech, Ghana Tech, Nigeria Tech, Edge Cases Podcast, Design Podcast, Tech Podcast
Follow Edge Cases Podcast
YouTube: @edgecasespod
Twitter (X): @edgecasespod
Instagram: edgecasespod
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