Interaction Design Introduction and User Analysis

The process of understanding the problem, gathering information, and defining the user's needs.

Exploring and generating ideas to address the defined problem.

The phase where you make your idea a reality and finalize the solution.

The 'Why' stage of the Double Diamond, focusing on understanding the user's problem.

The 'What' stage of the Double Diamond, focusing on defining the solution to the problem.

The 'How' stage of the Double Diamond focusing on developing a plan to implement the solution.

A design process framework that emphasizes understanding the problem, finding solutions, and refining the solution.

The first phase of the Double Diamond, focused on understanding the problem and identifying user needs.

The second phase of the Double Diamond, focused on exploring and generating potential solutions to the identified problem.

The third phase of the Double Diamond, focused on developing and testing the solution.

The fourth and final phase of the Double Diamond, focused on refining and finalizing the solution.

The primary focus of design, referring to the users for whom the product or service is intended.

The product or service being created, including both the tangible and intangible aspects.

The system or environment within which the product or service operates.

The process of interaction between people, machines, and surrounding objects, encompassing both physical and digital aspects.

A type of interaction where physical objects are involved, often involving tangible representations of digital information.

A form of interaction relying on non-physical elements, such as gestures, voice commands, or virtual representations.

A representation of an idea or a solution that allows for its development and improvement over time.

A visual cue or element that provides information about the purpose, state, or interaction of a design element.

The potential for action that an object or interface affords, or the possible interactions that a user can have with it.

Combining visual cues (signifiers) with the functionality of a design element to communicate its purpose and potential interactions clearly.

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Signifiers can be used to differentiate elements and highlight their relative importance or relevance within the design.

Signifiers can be used to communicate the current state of an object or interface element, such as whether it's selected, active, or inactive.

Interaction design (IxD) aims to design products and solutions that are user-centered, effectively facilitating interactions between users and systems.

IxD is an iterative process that involves understanding user needs, designing solutions, testing, and refining to create a seamless user experience.

The 'double diamond' is a visual representation of a design thinking process, divided into four phases: Discover, Define, Develop, and Deliver.

The 'Double Diamond' process emphasizes understanding the user and their needs (Discover), defining the problem clearly (Define), developing potential solutions (Develop), and finally delivering the finished product or solution (Deliver).

Exploring different ways to solve a problem, such as user journeys or empathy maps, to get a deeper understanding.

The fidelity of a prototype, meaning how closely it resembles the final product in terms of looks and functionality.

Gathering feedback from users, stakeholders, or team members on a prototype to identify areas for improvement.

Communicating design ideas to developers, engineers, or manufacturers, providing them with clear instructions and details.

The process of developing a prototype to get feedback and improve it based on the insights gained.

The ability of a prototype to convince stakeholders that the solution is the right one, based on user research and the prototype's appearance and functionality.

A prototype with complete design, including visuals, content, and interactions. It allows for testing very specific interactions and user flows, but is time-intensive and requires skills in software or coding.

A prototype with more interactive features but less visual polish than a high-fidelity prototype. It's easier to test and provides a good balance between time and quality.

A basic prototype made with materials readily available. It's fast to create, low-skill, and cheap, but limited in features and difficult to test details.

A process where a prototype is built and continually improved through testing and feedback. It's an iterative process that helps optimize a product or service.

The level of detail and realism in a prototype. It determines how closely the prototype resembles the final product.

A set of principles used to guide the creation of prototypes. It helps ensure that prototypes are effective and meet the needs of the design process.

The level of complexity and completeness of the features and functions in a prototype. It can range from simple sketches to comprehensive implementations.

The ability of users to interact with the prototype. It can range from simple clicks and drags to complex simulations.

The structure and relationships of the data used in a prototype. It helps define how data is stored, retrieved, and manipulated.

A combination of different fidelity levels within a single prototype. This allows for testing specific aspects of the design in detail while maintaining overall focus on the broader concept.