Ally - conversational AI assistant
A behind-the-scenes look at how we launched Ally, the world's first accessibility-first conversational assistant on smartglasses.
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hi there, my name is pherkan. 
that's me and katmer.
i’m a product manager who blends AI, accessibility, and design to build inclusive products, from LLM-powered assistants to smartglasses, with a maker’s mindset and an eye for human-centered detail.
Projects
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From categories to favorites to customizable menus, each step prioritized simplicity, familiarity, and user feedback.
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AI-Powered Smartglasses for people who are blind or have low vision.
AI-powered smartglasses for people who are blind or have low vision.
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Articles
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Using GPT-5 codex to improve my website in an hour, not days
What used to take me days of fiddling and research now takes just an hour. With Qoder and GPT-5 Codex, updating my portfolio site became faster, clearer, and a lot more enjoyable.
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From Sketches to Code: Vibecoding as a Superpower for PMs and Designers
Vibecoding is reshaping how I work as a PM with a design background—turning ideas into working prototypes in minutes without needing to code everything myself.
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Product thinking at home: small fixes, big impact
How being a product manager in accessibility shaped the way I tackle home tasks—using reminders, impact-effort thinking, and regular check-ins to get things done.
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Article about Envision Glasses (Dutch)
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Podcast about Computer Vision with ABN Amro (Dutch)
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Delft Design Labs Graduation Project
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