Click here to download a free copy of the report presented at this meeting Build Trust & Deliver Value Through AI Artificial intelligence (AI) represents a broad range of technologies and capabilities that will continue to radically change the way we interact with digital content. As design professionals seeking to better understand the impact of Read more about Jan. 29th, 2020 – Build Trust & Deliver Value Through AI[…]
Headshots & Handshakes! Come join us for food, drinks, headshots, and networking on 10/24 at PixelMEDIA! Meet with local UXers and share a fun time while enjoying a complimentary headshot taken by our very own, Jill Hart, one of our board members who has a passion for photography! Instead of having an invited speaker this Read more about Oct. 24th, 2019 – Headshots & Handshakes![…]
Q&A: Ask the Recruiter! Ever wish you could ask a recruiter questions without the pressure of being in an interview? Now’s your chance! Join us on 9/24 for an opportunity to ask Jason Robichaud, a local top tech/UX recruiter, questions that you could never typically ask an in-house recruiter or HR Staff member. Such as… Read more about Sept 24th, 2019 – Q&A: Ask the Recruiter![…]
The UX Careers Handbook: Finding Success in your UX Career Cory Lebson will share the secrets to success in the UX job market. If you’re a job seeker, you’ll learn what it takes to succeed as a UX professional and explore the multitude of career pathways available to you. You’ll also find out how you Read more about June 19th, 2019 – The UX Careers Handbook: Finding Success in your UX Career[…]
You’re NOT doing usability testing? Are you…nuts? Anyone who’s ever done—or even just observed–usability testing can tell you that it’s one of the most effective ways to ensure that whatever you’re building is as good as it can be–whether it’s a web site, a mobile app, a smart watch, or anything else that people need Read more about May 21st, 2019 – You’re NOT doing usability testing? Are you…nuts?[…]
10-Minute Talks Join us for FOUR 10-minute talks in one evening! The short talk format keeps things moving and allows for some engaging Q&A between each talk. The talks are… “That was Then, This is Now – Embrace the Changing Landscape of Design” by Christine Fajardo “All you need to know about ChatBots” by Benjamin Read more about March 20, 2019 – 10-Minute Talks[…]
Agile Behavior-Based Personas for Better Designs Maximize design efforts with agile, contextual behavior-based personas that enhance how people experience products, services, and apps. These small business marketing ideas might not show visible output in the beginning, but are worth one’s weight in gold. Persona creation has traditionally been a labor and resource intensive process. Our game-like Read more about Feb. 21st, 2019 – Agile Behavior-Based Personas for Better Designs[…]
Finding Fun: Tips and Techniques from Game Design Principles It’s time to reset how we incorporate game design into our products and services. The belabored buzzword, “Gamification” devalues a branch of design that is still undeniably more effective at onboarding, engagement, and satisfaction. Why are games at real money casino sites so much fun? The Read more about Jan. 22nd, 2019 – Finding Fun: Tips and Techniques from Game Design Principles[…]
Right Place, Right Time: Content, Personalization, and Visualization The hardest thing about personalization? Managing expectations and setting priorities. When anything is possible, how can you frame the discussion to focus on what is feasible and achievable? We’ll look at common assumptions about personalization, visualization examples from workshops, and strategies for creating “conditional content” that matches Read more about Nov. 27th, 2018 – Right Place, Right Time: Content, Personalization, and Visualization[…]
Unpacking The Design Process A playbook for successful design engagements I love the elegant simplicity of the design process: understand, envision, prototype, test, and build. Five powerful words that promise repeatable success. The problem is applying the design process in most organizations is never as simple as these five words — even in design-centric organizations. Read more about Sept. 25th, 2018 – Unpacking The Design Process[…]