As technology changes and more media outlets compete for customers’ time, providing an enjoyable experience is critical to both attracting and keeping users. This class aims to demystify UX by giving a practical and simple introduction to what UX is while also explaining some of its core concepts of usability. This is a field that affects all areas of business — prepare to dip your toes into an ocean of new concepts and ideas that will enlighten your perspective on the human-computer interaction experience.
Takeaways
Introduction to user experience design + usability
- Describe the field of UX + how it relates to other disciplines
- Identify the different roles within UX + the responsibilities of each
- UX Process: Traditional [“Waterfall”], Agile, Lean
- Learn to conduct UX research
Introduction to user experience documentation + deliverables + software
- Learn about personas, user flows, sitemaps, wireframes
- Determine when to use which documentation
- Discover new tools and frameworks for creating deliverables
Introduction to usable web forms
- Identify the different elements of forms and how to use them effectively
- Learn what makes a strong user experience with forms
- Identify expected outcomes
Curated list of UX resources
- Recommended blogs, books, experts to follow, companies of note, local organizations and recommended conferences
Prereqs & Preparation
Bring your laptop & cell phone. Nothing else required!
