Articles related to design, especially user experience and product design topics.
What is onboarding? When users first step into a product, they are bombarded with new functions. The services you offer may seem obvious to you. However, users with no knowledge of the process will have difficulty understanding your intentions. This is where user onboarding comes into play. Onboarding is the form of actively guiding users…
Panel of design leaders share thoughts on how to improve DEI UX in ATX hosted a panel discussion of design leaders across the US on how to create a space at work where everyone can feel safe, accepted, and heard. Panelists: Watch the UX in ATX meetup recording Are you a UX designer or interested…
5 insights UX hiring managers look for when reviewing portfolios — and how to spot great thinkers, not just pretty mockups If you’ve ever wondered how to evaluate UX portfolios, you’re not alone. Design portfolios are like first dates. Some are polished, some are awkward, and a few leave you wondering how they got this…
Deceptive patterns intentionally mislead you Deceptive patterns are experiences that are designed to trick you into doing things you typically wouldn’t want to do. These are often carefully created user interface elements that aim to deceive the user. Harry Brignull was the first UX specialist to coin the term “dark patterns” to describe these deceptive…
An inside look at UX in the gaming industry UX in ATX hosted a panel of UX designers currently working in the gaming industry to discuss the unique aspects of UX in this industry. Panelists Watch the UX in ATX meetup recording How to position yourself to move into game UX Using your network and…
When we redesigned our website in 2019, the animated beagle that had originally been featured on our home page was removed and archived. It was created by Bren Wilson, a talented character animator and friend of the Brummers.
In August of 2020, the Austin based meetup group, UX in ATX hosted a paneled discussion with women designers. The topic was, ‘Challenges Women Face in Design.’ Read more to review key discussion points from the meetup.
Fierce Females is a new series of interviews with women in design. This series is intended to spotlight women in the design community and spark inspiration for anyone interested in design.
Why designers and developers should talk more The design to development handoff can make or break a product sprint. When design and engineering teams work in silos, even the most beautiful UI can fall apart in implementation. But when handoff is intentional, collaborative, and clear? You can ship faster, with fewer bugs and happier teams….
Many UX designers worry about the future That is why the Austin based meetup group, UX in ATX, hosted a paneled discussion in June 2020 with experts from the local design community to talk about UX careers. The topic was, “Keeping Your UX Career Future Forward.” Watch the UX in ATX career meetup recording Panelists…
Why we chose Figma to streamline UX and development It is important for companies to frequently reassess how they do things. One of the drawbacks of investing in new tools is the resources it takes to try out new software. Sometimes, a team may agree to try a new tool, but don’t necessarily take the…
How usable is your product? I have a love-hate relationship with some digital products, and it’s because of their usability. Well, mostly hate in some cases. And not because I don’t love the idea. But using the software is frustrating and drives me crazy. Take Jira, for example, a cloud-based project management software from Atlassian….
How can you get to the next step in your UX career? In April of 2020, the Austin based meetup group, UX in ATX hosted a paneled discussion with experts from the local design community. The topic was, ‘How to Get Your First, Second, or Third Job in UX.’ Check out the meetup recording below…
They may look similar, but these personas serve different purposes There’s a moment on almost every cross-functional product team when the wires get crossed. Marketing has “SaaS Sarah” and “Decision-Maker Dave” mapped out in vivid detail, right down to their favorite podcast. Meanwhile, the product team is trying to design features for “Power User Priya”…
User-centeredness relies on connecting to users via empathy Empathy is one of the most important soft skills you can have, especially as a UX designer. Connecting with humans by understanding their feelings and unique view of the world allows for better understanding. Once we have a deeper understanding of the people for whom we are…
Standard Beagle is an AI UX agency based in Austin, TX. We help B2B SaaS and health tech companies create better product experiences with smart strategy, user-first research, and ethical AI workflows.
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