The practice of making your product as usable to as many people as possible. This testing method focuses on testing how usable a varied array of users find the product.
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The science and art of using color, and the visual effects of how colors mix, match or contrast with each other. Color theory also involves the messages colors communicate.
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An approach to problem-solving by involving the human perspective in all steps of the problem-solving process. Also known as User-Centered Design (UCD).
A science of organizing and structuring content of websites, web and mobile applications, and social media software.
The practice of designing interactive digital products and services, focused on the moment when a user interacts with a product and their goal is to improve the interactive experience.
A version of a product that has the bare minimum requirements to be functional. The MVP is used to test viability of the product.
A model of how a product is going to look, showcasing the product interface. It is not required to be functional, but should be able to showcase functionality towards the finalized product.
An interactive and functional model of a product showcasing interaction throughout the process of using the product. It is not required to have the finalized interface of the finalized product.
A repository for storing, managing, and communicating the knowledge of current and intended solution behavior. This intent considers the intention of what the solution encompasses.
A guide used to establish standard style requirements to improve communication and ensure consistency both within a brand, and across multiple platforms and products.
The practice of testing how easy a design is to use with a group of representative users. The test usually involves observing users as they complete tasks.
The practice of designing the entire user experience with a product, including branding, design, usability and function.
The practice of creating graphic interfaces which users find easy to use and aesthetically pleasing.
A structural model of a product used to show content components and their placement in relation to each other. Can also be used to consider the interaction flow of a product.
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