Checkpoint 2.2 Flashcards
site map
organized hierarchy and flow of pages on a site
wireframes
concept sketches that are presented before the designer invests too much detail or effort
User experience
the overall experience of a person using a product or service
UX design
designs for overall experience of the use of a product or service
UX research
understand the problem being solved and figure out who the users are
Visual design
aesthetics of a site and strategic implementation of images, colors, typography, and other elements
Information architecture
encompasses structural design, organization, and labeling of websites, intranets, mobile applications, and social media software. Information architecture aims to organize content so that it is easy to find and use
Content strategy
satisfying business requirements through content creation and distribution
Wireframing
A wireframe is a simple illustration of a page’s interface. It focuses on the layout, content, function, and behavior
Prototyping
preliminary version or draft of a product that allows a user to click through the product. It simulates how the software will work before money and time is invested in developing the actual product
Usability testing
evaluating a product or service by testing it with different users
Accessibility
analyzing how well products, devices, services, or environments have been designed for people who experience disabilities
Information architect
blueprint makers and information organizers of a product design team. They work to organize information and determine how it should be arranged and displayed
Interaction designer
focus on how a user interacts with a product and how they experience using it. This role focuses on designing the details of an interface
User interface designer
establishes the look, feel, and experience of a product. From layout and placement to the visual nitty-gritty such as buttons, colors, and fonts
