User Centred Design

Intro

• In a broad sense, an interactive technology is any technology intended to help people complete a task, achieve their goals.
• Look and feel come second, what people need to do comes first.
• “Design is not about how things look. Design is about how things work.” – Steve Jobs

Usability

• Key thought is making interactive systems usable i.e. giving them usability meaning:
  • Effective
  • Efficient
  • Learnable
  • Memorable
  • Satisfying
  • Positive User Experience
    • Enjoyable
    • Fun
    • Entertaining
    • Aesthetically pleasing
    • Supportive of creativity