Joseph and Tanner Kohler explore the field of User Experience (UX) design, focusing on usability, research methodologies, and the psychological aspects that influence user interactions.
Tanner shares insights from his role at the Nielsen Norman Group, discussing the importance of usability, the nature of research in UX, and the challenges faced in the field. Tanner emphasizes the need for a user-centered approach in design and the value of understanding user behavior through research.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:47 Understanding Usability in User Experience Design
08:55 The Role of Research in User Experience Design
16:51 The Value of Psychology in User Experience Design
28:13 Challenges in User Experience Design
32:51 Recommended Resources for Diving Deeper into UX
Resources Mentioned:
Nielsen Norman Group (NNG):
nngroup.com
Tanner's Research for NNG:
Tanner Kohler | User Experience Specialist at Nielsen Norman Group
Connect with Tanner on LinkedIn:
Tanner Kohler | LinkedIn
Books:
The Design of Everyday Things: Revised and Expanded Edition: Norman, Don
Tools:
Dovetail - Customer Insights Hub — Dovetail
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