Here is a fantastic article explaining differences between the two, when to use each, along with a free practical guide to get started. Kindly put together by Morgan Miller and Erika Flowers.
As Morgan and Erika write, mapping experiences is a key part of a human-centered business. We need to look at both perspectives — what the person experiences (UX, … Read the rest
Author: Jag
Claude for Designers
22 UX Metrics List
Design Thinking Facilitator Guide: A Crash Course in the Basics
Research methods
UX research isn’t about collecting methods.
It’s about choosing the right one at the right moment.
Interviews won’t replace analytics.
Surveys won’t replace usability testing.
And jumping straight to solutions without understanding the situation?
That’s where most products fail.
This map is a simple reminder
• Qualitative → why users feel what they feel
• Quantitative → what users actually … Read the rest
Gemini AI to Analyze Design
Here’s a simple, practical workflow I use:
Every designer has faced this:
The UI looks clean.
The screens feel polished.
But something still doesn’t convert.
Users hesitate.
Flows feel confusing.
Feedback sounds vague.
That’s where AI-assisted UI analysis helps.
Here’s how to do it properly:
Step 1: Start With Real Screens
Not Dribbble shots.
Not random concepts.
Use real product … Read the rest
Lean UX vs Agile UX
Lean UX vs Agile UX — same destination, different routes.
Lean UX starts with uncertainty.
Agile UX starts with execution.
Lean UX asks:
“Should we build this at all?”
Agile UX asks:
“How do we build this better, faster, and repeatedly?”
Lean UX shines when:
• You’re exploring a new problem
• Assumptions are risky
• User needs are unclear… Read the rest
The Right UX Research Method
How To Choose The Right UX Research Methods (+ PDF Cheatsheet) (Link), after all these years still a fantastic reference sheet on how to choose the right combination of qualitative methods for your research. Plus, a PDF cheat sheet as a reference. Kindly shared by Allison Grayce Marshall, created by Jeanette Fuccella.
PDF Link
In design work, we … Read the rest
Product Design Eisenhower Matrix
How to choose and prioritize UX work, is Product Design Eisenhower Matrix by Dragan Babic (https://draganbabic.com/blog/product-design-eisenhower-matrix/):
– If clarity is high, and risk is low: measure, focus on refinement and improvements.
– If clarity is high, and risk is high: you need to make sure you are attacking from the right angle.
– If clarity is low, and risk is … Read the rest
UX Books in 2026
Reading UX books won’t magically make you a better designer. But the right books will change how you think forever. As we move into 2026, UX is no longer just about clean screens or mastering the latest tool.It’s about judgment, systems, research, writing, and strategy.
That’s why this list is intentionally structured—not random recommendations.
I’ve grouped these books around the … Read the rest