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button VS. link
what's the differences between these two?
5
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2answers
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Is it OK to have open-ended discussions in a Q&A system?
Asked in October specifically about UXExchange:
On Subjective & Argumentative questions and extended discussion
However, maybe the question is best put in the abstract.
Is it …
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6answers
267 views
What are your favorite counter-intuitive principles or ideas within UX?
A quick example:
"Paradox of Choice" - Giving a user more control via options, configuration, and settings is counter-intuitive from a UX standpoint. We expect users will relis …
4
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4answers
113 views
Starting a UX Program: How do I build a strong case for a UX program at my University? (need more answers)
I have recently opened a dialog with the Dean and Department Chair of our Digital Media department regarding my University's lack of User Experience classes.
I want to make a sol …
3
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2answers
57 views
Client Adoption: Fixing Poor User Experience vs. Adding additional Client Education/Support
I recently worked at a software company where customer adoption was very low.
Management continued to put pressure on the Client Services department, incorrectly blaming Client S …
4
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6answers
87 views
How would you define the UX customer’s problem?
If you are a company (a product manager, art director, developer, or product lead who could potentially hire a UX), what problem does UX solve? In other words, what specific need d …
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28answers
1k views
What book would you recommend as a decent ‘intro to UX’ aimed at non-practitioners?
Via @uxbooks on Twitter I often get asked to recommend books on various subjects. Recently I was asked which book I would recommend to a non-practitioner as an intro to UX. I opene …
3
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2answers
65 views
Demonstrate to my client that viewing their store flyer as a single page is bad readability?
We are helping our clients move their store flyer to the web. The clients feel that their users will be most comfortable with the existing format that is like a traditional flyer, …
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21answers
2k views
Good UX resources
So I've always had a real haphazard approach to my UX knowledge and research and would really like to consolidate a good bunch of resources. Anyone care to rip open their RSS reade …
3
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7answers
360 views
What’s the difference between a ‘user experience architect’, an ‘information architect’ and a ‘user experience designer’?
User Experience… Interaction Design… User Interface Design… Information Architecture… Human Factors… User-Centered Design…
Is it just me who thinks these terms describe the same t …
3
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5answers
120 views
What is the usefulness of “Favicon” in terms of usability?
What is the usefulness of "Favicon" in terms of usability?
2
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5answers
185 views
Which is the more user-friendly Interactive experience: Javascript or FLASH?
I have recently begun working on the design of a marketing website for a local Video Editing company. The owner of the company made the comment: "We don't want anything Flash-based …
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10answers
313 views
Recommended UX events and event news sources?
As ux professionals:
what events do you make a point of attending? (whether for education, networking, etc)
why? (what benefits do you feel you gain)
what is your go-to source fo …
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4answers
187 views
Rookie or Experienced Pro
I am about to start interviewing for an open UX position. I have a resume of a rookie and a pro. Just wondering your experiences. Go with the rookie? or the Pro?
A rookie I can …
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4answers
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What must I put into my portfolio to make it an INTERACTIVE DESIGN portfolio?
If I were to apply for Interactive Design positions, I would certainly include a portfolio. However, coming from a background of Web Design, I don't necessarily have the best ideas …