Empathy Map

Indy

Says

  • Look at this new feature I created.
  • I just want to ask you and be sure to get it right.
  • Those people can't help me, they don't understand themselves.

Thinks

  • Prefers not to seek help from students, perceiving it as a potential slowdown.
  • Secretly hopes to be a hero, one who makes the project exceptional.
  • Believes the teacher is a valuable resource, but also recognizes the importance of self-driven learning for unlimited potential.

Feels

  • Values individual effort, but is open to building trust and communication with peers.
  • Often feels excluded due to language difficulties or social barriers.
  • Fears opening up or communicating with others or trusting they will complete tasks correctly.

Does

  • Often wants to come in before or stay after class for preferred individual review or help with Teacher.
  • When properly engaged, often surprises others’ expectations by solving cognitively challenging problems.
  • Typically does well on traditional assignments, like AP exams or practices.
  • Can loop or get frustrated on materials they have not been able to grasp, sometimes compounded by not reaching out to peers early

Persona Template

Indy

I am a driven CS student who enjoys individual work and tackling the hardest technical challenges. I am motivated by mastery and recognition, and often surprise others with exceptional problem-solving skills. I excel in individual assignments and competitions, but group work can be frustrating, especially when team members are less focused on code or schedules are unclear. Building trust and communication with peers is an ongoing challenge, but when I am engaged, I can elevate the whole project.

Details

Age: 17
Role: CS Student
Status: Junior
Location: Del Norte HS, San Diego, CA
Tier: Technologist

Personality

Introvert Analytical Independent

Archetype

Ambitious Focused

Says

"Look at this new feature I created."
"I just want to ask you and be sure to get it right."
"Those people can't help me, they don't understand themselves."

Feels

  • Values individual effort, but is open to building trust and communication with peers.
  • Often feels excluded due to language difficulties or social barriers.
  • Fears opening up or communicating with others or trusting they will complete tasks correctly.

Thinks

  • Prefers not to seek help from students, perceiving it as a potential slowdown.
  • Secretly hopes to be a hero, one who makes the project exceptional.
  • Believes the teacher is a valuable resource, but also recognizes the importance of self-driven learning for unlimited potential.

Does

  • Often wants to come in before or stay after class for preferred individual review or help with Teacher.
  • When properly engaged, often surprises others’ expectations by solving cognitively challenging problems.
  • Typically does well on traditional assignments, like AP exams or practices.
  • Can loop or get frustrated on materials they have not been able to grasp, sometimes compounded by not reaching out to peers early