Adopting a UX Approach

Adopting a Consistent, Clear, and Comprehensive Approach to UX that Aligns to Software Development

UX DESIGNERS HAVE A PROBLEM

Unlike with software development, where engineering approaches are generally well-defined and understood after 30+ years of the Internet at scale, UX design is still looked upon as a mysterious black box, or (worse) a brief step involving “prettying” up UI code … Read the rest

Big Data and UX/UI Design Decisions

In the current age of digital transformation, there’s an astronomical quantity of data created every second, so much so that according to the World Economic Forum, by 2025, we’ll be generating 463 exabytes of data globally each day!

This overflow of data has given rise to a new phenomenon known as Big Data. The discipline of Big Data is changing … Read the rest

Hypothesis driven design

Using hypothesis driven design and user research to validate design decisions in a digital service

Designing a new service by being data driven.

Hypothesis driven design is to make a conscious decision to design something in a specific way based on a belief or understanding, more often than not, an assumption. This is then validated through user research.

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Designing for accessibility

Designing for Disability accessibility:
The whole point of technology is to make our lives easier. It helps us save time and effort so we can focus on what’s really important in life rather than on the mundane tasks we need to complete.

While it could be difficult to completely eliminate barriers because of the specific needs of people with particular … Read the rest

Accessibility in UX design

An estimated 1.3 billion people – or 1 in 6 people worldwide – experience disability at some point. Disabilities come in all shapes and sizes and can be temporary or permanent. Embracing accessibility isn’t only the right thing to do, but also a tremendous opportunity for business growth and impact.

The role of accessibility in UX design

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Content Design System

Intuit Content Design System (https://lnkd.in/eGyBUrZ2), a comprehensive system for content designers, UX writers and IA architects that covers voice and tone, accessibility and inclusion, style, wording, AI, marketing and how to talk to customers. Neatly put together by fine folks at Intuit. 👏🏼👏🏽👏🏾

Words matter. The way how they are spoken matters, too. The voice and tone. The rhythm and … Read the rest

Define the scope and goals of UX design documentation

UX design documentation is a vital part of any project that involves creating or improving user interfaces and experiences. It helps you communicate your design vision, rationale, and process to various stakeholders, such as clients, developers, testers, and users. However, creating effective UX design documentation can be challenging, especially if you don’t have a clear scope and goals for it. … Read the rest

Design Process and Guidelines

Guidelines

High-level Guidelines

Guidelines are numberd for convenience but are not ordered by any particular priority.

  1. Don’t overwhelm viewers
  2. Avoid visual clutter
  3. Avoid poor visual design
  4. Carefully chose KPIs
  5. Align with existing workflows
  6. Don’t add too much data
  7. Provide for consistency
  8. Provide for interaction affordances
  9. Manage complexity
  10. Organize charts symmetrically
  11. Group charts by attribute
  12. Order charts by time
  13. Balance data
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Dashboard Design Pattern

Design Patterns For Effective Dashboards. Practical guidelines for designing better dashboards and UX patterns to keep in mind ↓

🚫 Don’t destroy user value by oversimplification.
✅ Oftentimes life is complex and tools must match life.
✅ Dashboard value is measured by useful actions it prompts.
✅ Aim to create understanding, rather than showing raw data.
✅ Start by studying … Read the rest