PinnedContent UsabilityAs researchers and designers, we are no strangers to the idea of usability testing our designs. But what about validating content?Nov 16, 2018432Nov 16, 2018432
PinnedDigital ArchivabilityThe “archivability” of a website is gaining traction as a major consideration for those who want to create everlasting digital products.Nov 24, 2018114Nov 24, 2018114
PinnedCognitive Walkthrough: ProPublicaA cognitive walkthrough is one effective method for user experience professionals to evaluate a design. This inspection method allows a…Dec 17, 2018117Dec 17, 2018117
PinnedPublished inUX CollectiveHeuristic evaluation: GoodreadsThere are times when a designer or researcher is tasked with evaluating an interface but not given access to actual people. If you find…Dec 19, 20181952Dec 19, 20181952
Published inBootcampWhat is “good design”?!This was originally posted on Substack. I’ll be moving more of my design musings there, so be sure to subscribe.Feb 2, 20213Feb 2, 20213
Against EngagementIt’s crucial we ensure our products are not only engaging but meaningful, too.Mar 17, 201940Mar 17, 201940
Who Are Tomorrow’s Gatekeepers?While issues abound with archiving digital information, I find the future of handling information to be even more frightening. As…Mar 14, 20195Mar 14, 20195
Zodiac DesignsHappy 2019, designers! Here is some tech-inspired advice for you based on your astrological design sign.Jan 15, 201960Jan 15, 201960
Published inDataDrivenInvestorBreaking Blockchain Barriers with DesignDon Norman advises against developing software that is beyond the grasps of human nature and warns of “ever-increasing difficulty in…Dec 7, 2018661Dec 7, 2018661
Designing Leadership That WorksLeadership is easy to recognize but hard to define. The shape of leadership in the design industry is at once familiar and fresh.Nov 30, 20181Nov 30, 20181
Tech-à-Tête: Osi ImeokpariaI interviewed Osi Imeokparia, a passionate product manager from HFA, to get her perspective on design. Here’s what she had to say.Nov 28, 2018Nov 28, 2018
Published inUX CollectiveDesign Deets: Dictionary.com appIn the final chapter of his book The Design of Everyday Things, Don Norman says, “Fundamental needs will also stay the same, even if they…Nov 25, 2018Nov 25, 2018
Five Novels for the UX DesignerEmpathy. There’s that word again. It’s an elusive skill, one that’s neither innate nor learned. Still, it’s touted as an essential trait…Jun 13, 20172Jun 13, 20172
The Empathy EraTwo weeks ago, I felt a childhood rush of excitement for cardboard. When the Google Cardboard viewer from the New York Times arrived on my…Nov 17, 2015Nov 17, 2015
Apple Watch?!It’s been two weeks since I strapped an apple watch to my wrist and not much has changed. Every morning I wake up, take the dog out, strap…Sep 18, 2015Sep 18, 2015