The process of gathering insights about users' needs and behaviors to inform design decisions.

Fictional characters created based on user research to represent different user types and their needs.

Designing products to be usable by people of all abilities and disabilities, ensuring inclusivity.

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines; a set of standards to make web content more accessible.

Creating preliminary versions of a product to test and validate design ideas before full development.

A visual guide that represents the skeletal structure of a digital interface, focusing on layout and functionality.

A cyclical process of prototyping, testing, and refining designs based on user feedback.

Evaluating a product by testing it with real users to gather feedback on usability and effectiveness.

Non-numerical information gathered from user interviews and observations to understand user experiences.

Numerical data collected through surveys or analytics to measure user behavior and preferences.

A visual representation of the steps a user takes to complete a task within an app or website.

A tool used to evaluate whether a design meets established accessibility standards.

A documented explanation of the reasoning behind design choices, used to guide future iterations.

A simple, often hand-drawn version of a design used for early-stage testing and feedback.

A detailed and interactive version of a design that closely resembles the final product.

The process of reviewing user feedback to identify trends, issues, and areas for improvement.

A structured approach to refining a design through multiple cycles of feedback and adjustments.

A review session where designs are evaluated by peers to gather constructive feedback.

Key findings from user research that inform design decisions and enhance user experience.

Records of the design process, including decisions made, feedback received, and iterations executed.

An approach that aims to make products accessible for the widest range of users, including those with disabilities.

Software applications used to create prototypes, such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.

Structured questionnaires used to gather quantitative data from users about their experiences.

One-on-one discussions with users to collect qualitative insights about their needs and preferences.

A process where colleagues evaluate each other's work to provide feedback and improve design quality.

The process of refining and improving a design over time based on user feedback and testing.