I have been very fortunate to have started my career in education (professor and chair of a department); things I noticed from then and now are how students learn and digest information. Education is one of society’s most impactful sectors, shaping the future of individuals and communities. Yet, for many students, the traditional one-size-fits-all...
Continue readingDecluttering UX Noise: Simplifying the Path to Better Experiences
In today’s fast-paced digital world, user experience (UX) often gets tangled in a web of unnecessary complexity. Designers and developers eager to impress can inadvertently overload interfaces with features, animations, or content that detracts from the product’s core purpose. This phenomenon, known as UX noise, can alienate users, reduce engagement, and undermine business goals....
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In both healthcare and fintech, neuro-UX has transformative potential. It offers a nuanced understanding of how users engage with complex information and make critical decisions under often stressful conditions. Healthcare: Reducing Stress and Enhancing Clarity Healthcare UX presents unique challenges due to the sensitive, often high-stress environment in which users interact with healthcare platforms....
Continue readingThe #1 UX Problem
The #1 UX problem can vary depending on the context, industry, and specific user base, but one common issue is the need for user-centered design. This means that products or services are often built without a deep understanding of users’ needs, preferences, and pain points. When designers and developers fail to prioritize the user experience, it can result...
Continue readingWhen am I done?
UX design is not a one-time event but an ongoing process throughout a product or service’s lifecycle. It involves understanding users’ needs, behaviors, and preferences and designing experiences that effectively and efficiently meet those needs. That said, certain milestones or stages in the UX design process are where specific tasks are completed. However, even after...
Continue readingFrustrating, mobile forms, make it right.
Placing a form on a mobile UX design involves carefully considering user flow, screen real estate, and ease of use. Considering these guidelines, you can create a mobile form that offers a seamless and user-friendly experience, ultimately increasing engagement and conversion rates....
Continue readingUX takes years
There are great UX designers at every level. New UXers need to gain knowledge of stakeholders, owners, and even user feedback to design meaningful flows. Of course, there are a few who just get it right out of the gate, but overall, not so much. UX design encompasses various disciplines and requires continuous learning and...
Continue readingLaws of UX
The “Laws of UX” is a collection of principles and guidelines summarizing key user experience design concepts. These laws are not strict rules but rather heuristics that designers can use to inform their decisions and improve the usability and effectiveness of their designs. Some of the most commonly referenced laws include: These laws, among...
Continue readingUx’ing e-commerce
User experience (UX) in e-commerce is critical for ensuring customers have a seamless, enjoyable, and efficient experience when interacting with an online store. Here are some key aspects of UX in e-commerce: In these critical areas of UX in e-commerce, businesses can create a more engaging, efficient, and satisfying shopping experience for their customers,...
Continue readingUX and Banking
UX is crucial in online banking because it directly impacts how customers interact with financial platforms. By focusing on these aspects of UX, online banking platforms can create a positive and engaging experience for users, leading to increased customer satisfaction, retention, and loyalty....
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