IHCI Flashcards
what is the meaning of HCI?
Human computer interaction
The study of the
design,
evaluation and
implementation
of interactive
computing
systems for
human use and
the major
phenomena
surrounding
them.
Human computer interaction
The Three parts of HCI
Person
Computer
Ways to work
this focuses in Studying a Person
PHYSIOLOGY COGNITIVE
PSYCHOLOGY
SOCIO-TECHNICAL
ACTION
- place where interactions
between humans and
machines occur
User Interface (UI)
allows users to
effectively operate a
machine
User Interface (UI)
Three Common UI
Command Line Interface
Graphical User Interface
Voice Enabled User Interface
Essentials Properties of Well-designed UI
Clarity
Familiarity
Consistency
Forgiveness
Efficiency
- All elements are
crystal clear for
users
Clarity
allows users to use
their previous
experience when
they interact with
your product
Familiarity
Keeping your
interface consistent
across your
product allows
users to recognize
usage patterns.
Consistency
Good UI forgives users of
their mistakes
Forgiveness
good UI allows
users to provide
minimal input to
achieve the desired
output
Efficiency
Interface Design
Techniques
- Prototyping
- Simulation
- Designs are based
from ideation
sessions and
interaction
specifications
- Prototyping