UI and UX design
UI and UX design must be high priorities for IT organizations, and they should be aware of the specialization that exists in these disciplines. The quality of app UI and UX determines if it achieves stakeholders' goals. Study up on the distinctions between the two concepts, the ways they relate to each other and practices that improve overall app usability.
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UI and UX design News
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February 14, 2020
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Feb'20
New tool fixes app accessibility glitches
The new Applause Accessibility Tool helps developers write better apps for disabled users by automatically finding and fixing app accessibility issues in their code as they write it.
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June 25, 2019
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Jun'19
What's shaping the future of UI and UX design
UI/UX designers serve as the voice of users, so it's crucial that they're tuned into their needs. Aaron Fazulak of Flatiron School disseminates UI/UX advice in this podcast.
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October 15, 2018
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Oct'18
Kendo UI helps devs build accessibility into apps, websites
Progress Software updated its UI-building toolkit to enable developers to comply with the latest standards for website and application accessibility.
UI and UX design Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Top criteria that belong in a mobile app testing plan
Smartphones are ubiquitous, but no two users are the same -- bandwidth, devices, OSes and platforms differ. Here's how to test mobile apps exhaustively and prioritize what matters. Continue Reading
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The future of UX research: Measure the unquantifiable
Applications capture more information than ever about their users, from heart rate to tone of voice. Prepare for a connected software future with qualitative UX measurements. Continue Reading
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UX guidelines for people-friendly software
Nail these UX design concepts for easier transitions from requirements to application design to code. Continue Reading
Evaluate UI and UX design Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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How the UX role fits in to modern software development
When it comes to modern application development, understanding the role UX plays is key. Expert Jason Grant explains how a working knowledge of UX can save time and money. Continue Reading
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How do we define user experience design requirements for mobile apps?
User experience design is a huge part of building successful mobile applications. Gathering requirements for UX design is a must. Continue Reading
Manage UI and UX design
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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4 vital UX testing methods for concept through development
Don't rely on a single UX test, and don't create an overloaded bottleneck that delays development. Instead, deploy these four UX assessments iteratively and often. Continue Reading
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Measure UX or risk losing customers, says consultant
A quality customer experience helps ensure software product viability. So, why do organizations stop short in their UX efforts? In this podcast, Isabel Evans espouses the value of UX. Continue Reading
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Make application usability a priority -- wherever testing occurs
Testers don't have time to fully evaluate apps before deployment. But poor-quality code simply isn't an option. Enter shift right and APM, two tasks testers must be ready to accept. Continue Reading
Problem Solve UI and UX design Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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How the developer experience builds trickle-down usability
Developer experience is the equivalent of user experience (UX). The way developers experience tools and consume libraries matters and leads to better engagement. Continue Reading
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UX vs. UI design: It's complicated but important to understand
User experience is tied to user interface, but they're not the same thing in software design. Expert Jason Grant offers his take on how to use both to make better software. Continue Reading