Hi, I am Prachetas (Pra-CHAY-tus)
A mixed-methods researcher with 6+ years of experience. I help teams shape and ship hardware, software and AI experiences people want.
Research I’ve led ↓
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Lab to Real World: Optimizing an Audio Algorithm for Smart‑Glasses Users with Hearing Loss
Raised user acceptability by 15% while keeping intelligibility gains, moving the feature from R&D to ship.
“It sounds like it’s coming from a tin can.” — P12 · illustrative
How often were you able to ?
- Never
- Rarely, less than 10% of the time
- Occasionally, about 30% of the time
- Sometimes, about 50% of the time
- Frequently, about 70% of the time
- Usually, about 90% of the time
- Always
*Illustrative visuals only.
Evaluating Novel Speech Input for Smart‑Glasses Users
Provided directional evidence that people can use novel speech input and want it in specific situations, backing the feature investment plan.
“I can see this being useful in church.” — P9 · illustrative
Overall, this task was?
How successful were you in accomplishing what you were asked to do?
*Illustrative visuals only.
Identifying Future Business Opportunities in Enterprise Cybersecurity
Turned 4 unmet customer need areas into specific opportunity spaces for Cisco Secure’s 3–5 year roadmap.
Uncovering Desktop Signup Opportunities for First-Time Solopreneur Sellers
Found 3 ways to better prepare first-time sellers during desktop signup.