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.
My name is pherkan and i'm a product manager at Envision, where I blend AI, accessibility, and inclusive design to create innovative, human-centered solutions.
While my core strength lies in steering product strategy and bringing ideas to life, I’m also a passionate designer and maker with an entrepreneurial mindset.
A behind-the-scenes look at how we launched ally, the world's first accessibility-first conversational assistant on smartglasses, and how we used public development, inclusive testing, and function calling to shape it.
From categories to favorites to customizable menus, each step prioritized simplicity, familiarity, and user feedback.
AI-powered smartglasses for people who are blind or have low vision.
an unpronounceable clothing brand
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.
What once took us weeks—moodboards, shoots, edits—now takes 15 seconds with AI. It’s not just faster; it’s a whole new way of creating.
Transforming my outdated WordPress portfolio into a custom-coded website with Netlify, GitHub, and 11ty. Embracing code unlocked invaluable technical skills and creative freedom.