Welcome to Your Visual Code Where Data Tells a Story!
Hello there, I’m Yarisel Velacanto, a curious mind, a creative soul, and a data-driven problem solver.
My journey started when I dismantled my first PC as a child just to understand how it worked. That same curiosity now fuels a career at the crossroads of technology, design, and data where I bring together technical expertise, analytical thinking, and human-centered design.
With over eight years in IT, I’ve developed a multidisciplinary skill set that spans IT support, UX/UI design, and data analytics. I use that foundation to turn complex systems into clear, inclusive, and impactful solutions.
Whether I’m uncovering patterns in messy datasets, crafting intuitive user experiences, or advocating for accessibility in tech, my goal remains the same to create work that informs, includes, and empowers.
✨ As a Data Analyst I translate complexity into clarity. My work explores everything from shopping trends with Instacart to flu mortality data and global reproductive health policy using data to surface insights that drive real-world decisions.
🎨 As a UX/UI Designer I craft intuitive, accessible experiences that prioritize people over pixels. Every interface I design centers the human behind the screen making sure no one is left in the dark.
🌍 As an Inclusion Advocate I champion neurodiversity in tech. My lived experience shapes how I solve problems by thinking differently adapting quickly and building systems that reflect a wider world.
Like my last name Velacanto, which translates to “singing candle” in Spanish, I harness the power of data and design to illuminate the path forward by creating work that tells stories, is driven by purpose, and ensures that no one is left in the dark.
Unplugged: World Beyond Data & Design
When I’m not analyzing data or crafting user experiences, I immerse myself in hobbies that fuel my creativity, sharpen my analytical thinking, and inspire the way I approach both my creative side and data.
Traveling
Exploring new places and cultures broadens my perspective, just as working with diverse datasets and user needs challenges me to think beyond my own experiences. Travel teaches me the importance of adaptability, problem-solving, and cultural awareness key skills in both user research and data-driven decision-making.
Gaming
Immersing myself in a world where storytelling, strategy, and interaction merge has strengthened my understanding of data, design, and psychology. From level design to player behavior analytics, gaming has sharpened my ability to grasp engagement, UX flow, and data-driven experiences, This passion translates in how i create digital interaction feel intuitive and seamless.
Reading Books
Diving into a good book helps me see the world through different lenses, strengthening my ability to analyze information, identify patterns, and tell compelling stories. Whether in a dataset or a digital interface. Just like a well-written book, a well-structured dataset and a thoughtfully designed UX flow guide users through a seamless and engaging experience.
Unique Foods
Food is an experience just like great design and compelling data storytelling. Exploring diverse cuisines fuels my curiosity for how different elements come together to create something memorable. Similarly, in my work, I combine data, design, and strategy to craft solutions that are both functional and engaging.
Creativity, analysis, and storytelling have always gone hand in hand for me. These hobbies inspire how I approach problem-solving across Data Analytics, IT, and UX/UI, helping me design smarter and innovate with impact.
Want to Join Forces? Just say the word
Got a blockbuster product idea, itching to brainstorm about a new project, or seeking a data-driven design ally, I'm all ears (and pixels)!