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UX Basics: Study Guide

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Study Guide for UX Basics

This article provides a collection of links to various articles and videos for those who are new to the field of User Experience (UX) design. The main objective of UX is to enhance people's experiences in their daily routine and work. Though the concept can be applied to physical products as well, it primarily focuses on the improvement of digital products and services. The article lists out NN/g's most useful resources in the following categories:

Introduction to UX

This section includes some basic articles and videos that introduce the core concepts of UX design. It covers the following topics:

  • What is User Experience (UX)?
  • A brief history of UX
  • Importance of UX in product design

Research and Analysis

This section provides insight into various UX research methods that help in creating user-oriented products. It covers the following topics:

  • UX Research basics
  • User Surveys
  • Card Sorting
  • User Testing

Design and Prototyping

This section covers the design and prototyping phase of UX. It includes the following topics:

  • Prototyping basics
  • Designing for Mobile devices
  • Designing for Accessibility
  • Interaction Design

UX in Business

This section explains the importance of UX in business and how it impacts the organization's growth. It includes the following topics:

  • ROI of UX
  • How UX can help you stand out in the market

Conclusion

In conclusion, this article provides a list of various resources that help beginners in understanding the fundamentals of UX design. These resources are grouped under various categories, including Introduction to UX, Research and Analysis, Design and Prototyping, and UX in Business.