Usability – IXD@Pratt

Elevating Artle through Enhanced Digital Interactions

Michaela Jackson / May 6, 2024 / Projects

Team: Gerard Samson, Haochen Shen, Jiatong Gu, Jiten Thakkar, Michaela Jackson This case study provides an overview of the methodologies used in the moderated user testing, discusses the findings in-depth, and outlines the prioritized recommendations. It highlights the importance of continuous improvement in digital interfaces to meet users’ evolving needs and expectations, ultimately enhancing their […]

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Spice it Up! Revamping the Cooper Union Library Website.

Minh Nguyen / May 3, 2024 / Projects

Targeting and unfolding commonly occurred student pain points by revamping the Cooper Union Library website. Role UX ResearcherUX Designer Team Minh NguyenChu Yuan ChiuQiaochu ZhangPujan ThakerShikha Mehta Duration 6 weeks(03/20 – 04/29) Tools Figma, Google Meets, Google Slides, Google Form, Tableau. Before we get started, here are some quick notes! Our Clients Lisa, Dale, and

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Design Critique: Polycam

Anita Liao / February 6, 2024 / Design Critiques

The app critique that will be discussed is Polycam, which allows its users to scan real-life items or space into 3D objects in the software. Some of the goals and tasks the user may want to perform on this app include scanning an item of interest and converting it into virtual reality objects as well

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Design Critique: The Domino’s App (iOS)

jiten thakkar / February 1, 2024 / Design Critiques

Domino’s is the largest pizza chain in the US and the world over. They are industry leaders in terms of innovation, marketing, supply chain management and coming up with innovative campaigns such as the recent ‘Domino’s Pinpoint Delivery’ service that delivers pizza to you anywhere you like, without requiring your address.This along with their market position and popularity should ideally mean they have an extremely efficient, user friendly and responsive website and app interface.And through this design critique, I shed light on some key usability issues I noticed in the Domino‘s app interface.

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Design Critique: Medium Website

nidhi Gowda / February 1, 2024 / Design Critiques

Medium is an influential online blog platform, that seamlessly brings together professionals, publishers, and knowledge enthusiasts. It offers a rich mix of original and curated content, fostering a vibrant space for sharing ideas and insights. Catering to both those seeking knowledge and content creators, it serves as a hub for quality articles, fostering meaningful discussions.

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Assistive Technology: MiMu Gloves

Philip Garip / February 1, 2024 / Design Critiques

Utilizing spatial sensors in the fabric of the gloves and on the cuff of the wrist, wearers can map sounds and instruments to specific gestures and movements. For musicians with disabilities that can affect their ability to play instruments, MiMu’s gloves widen the range of access to music making by linking those instruments to gestures.

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Design Critique: Uber (iOS App)

Indrani Thool / February 1, 2024 / Design Critiques

Introduction Uber is a ride-hailing service that provides users with the option to travel where they want and access to different types of rides across more than 10,000 cities. The Uber app allows users to request rides from nearby drivers, track their journey in real-time, and pay seamlessly through digital transactions. I recently ordered an

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Design Critique : Zomato : Food Delivery App and Dining (Android App)

Radhika Phansalkar / January 31, 2024 / Design Critiques

Introduction Zomato is an Indian multinational restaurant aggregator and food delivery company. It was founded in 2008. Zomato provides food delivery options from partner restaurants in more than 1,000 Indian cities and towns, as well as menus and user-reviews of restaurants, dining and sponsored events suggestions. “From swanky upscale restaurants to the coziest hidden gems

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Design Critique: The Amtrak App (IOS)

Penghao Zhu / January 31, 2024 / Design Critiques

Introduction: Amtrak is an application that mainly serves for customers looking to purchase tickets, check train statuses, and manage users’ travel plans with America’s national railroad service. This critique focuses on the application’s user experience based on Don Norman’s design principles as outlined in his book “The Design of Everyday Things”. As a frequent user

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Interface Design Critique: Pinterest (Desktop version)

Michaela Jackson / January 30, 2024 / Design Critiques

Pinterest is a social media platform where users can discover and save ideas for various interests such as recipes, home decor, fashion, and more. The desktop version of Pinterest provides a user-friendly interface with features like creating boards, searching for ideas, and exploring content based on categories.

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