The Basics of User Experience Design
Book Details
| Author | Mads Soegaard |
| Publisher | Interaction Design Foundation |
| Published | 2018 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Paperback | 73 pages |
| Language | English |
| License | Open Access |
Book Description
This online book is intended for those looking to gain an introduction into the world of user experience (UX) design or to freshen up their knowledge of the field. The author notes that the sheer number of topics covered in UX design is mind-boggling, citing interaction design, design thinking, and usability as just a few examples, which is what makes the field so fascinating. The book is presented as suitable for business managers working on a new product or aspiring designers wanting to learn about user-centered design.
The author highlights that UX design is a booming industry worldwide, with job opportunities increasing an estimated 13% from 2010 to 2020 and salaries reaching upwards of $110k in cities such as San Francisco and New York. The author explains that this is why the Interaction Design Foundation put together this ebook.
In nine highly readable chapters, the book covers a wide range of topics that everyone starting out in UX design should know. Each chapter acts as a mini crash course, introducing key concepts, best practices, and guidelines. At the end of each chapter, the key learning points are summarized in a section called "The Take Away".
The author expresses the hope that each chapter will pique the reader's interest in a specific topic under the giant umbrella of UX design, and that this ebook will be the beginning of a wondrous and never-ending journey of learning.
This book is published as open-access, which means it is freely available to read, download, and share without restrictions.
If you enjoyed the book and would like to support the author, you can purchase a printed copy (hardcover or paperback) from official retailers.
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