User Interface Design
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the design of a software system's Unavailable reference — its look, feel, and interaction model — with a focus on maximizing usability and Unavailable reference
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from a software engineering perspective, it is an iterative process where each iteration elaborates and refines the information developed in the preceding step
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distinct from Unavailable reference — UI-UX Design is the broader process/discipline covering both interface and experience design; User Interface Design specifically refers to designing the interface itself
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four elements analyzed
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User Analysis — who are the users?
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Task Analysis — what tasks must they perform? (full page in UI-Design notes)
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Content Analysis — what content does the interface present?
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Work Environment Analysis — in what environment will they work?
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general design steps
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typical design errors
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lack of consistency; too much memorization required from the user; no guidance or help available; no context sensitivity; poor response time; arcane or unfriendly interface design
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prototype evaluation cycle
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create prototype → user evaluation → modify → repeat until all issues resolved
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