Stacked Notes - Usability

Usability

2015-05-05 by Graham Langdon (Meetup)

User Testing

• Set small goals that you can achieve
• Earlier fixes cost less
• Use feedback to prioritize

Invalid Reasons To Skip

• App isn't finished yet
• We already know there are problems
• Where am I going to find participants?

Just Do It

• Minimum 3-5 people to start establishing trends
• Limit testing to an hour
• Prioritize feedback
• Compensate the tester for their time
  • It doesn't have to be much, but don't expect free work

Testing

• Ensure everything is technically prepared beforehand
• Record the session
• Make sure tester knows they aren't hurting your feelings
• The app is being tested, not the tester
• Invite tester to think out loud
• Let the tester figure it out. Don't just tell them how to do what they want
• Affirm and encourage the tester