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Designing for User Experience: Human-Centered Design Approaches

by Michael Thomas 1,*
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David Smith
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FAD  2021 3(1):18; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fad.20210413
Received: 17 February 2021 / Accepted: 29 March 2021 / Published Online: 13 April 2021
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This paper delves into the crucial role of user experience (UX) in the design process, focusing on human-centered design (HCD) approaches as the cornerstone for creating products and services that genuinely meet user needs. We begin by outlining the principles of HCD, emphasizing the importance of empathy, iterative design, and user feedback. The discussion then shifts to various UX design methodologies that facilitate HCD, such as user research, prototyping, and usability testing. By integrating these techniques, designers can better understand user behaviors, preferences, and pain points. The paper also addresses the challenges of implementing HCD in real-world scenarios, such as balancing user needs with business objectives and managing diverse stakeholder expectations. Case studies and examples are provided to illustrate the practical application of HCD in improving user satisfaction and engagement. Ultimately, the paper concludes that a commitment to HCD is essential for creating memorable, accessible, and effective user experiences.

Keywords: User Experience (UX); Human-Centered Design (HCD); Empathy; Iterative Design; User Research.;
Copyright: © 2021 by Thomas. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Thomas, M. (2021). Designing for User Experience: Human-Centered Design Approaches. Frontiers of Art & Design, 3(1), 18. doi:10.69610/j.fad.20210413
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Thomas, M. Designing for User Experience: Human-Centered Design Approaches. Frontiers of Art & Design, 2021, 3, 18. doi:10.69610/j.fad.20210413
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Thomas M. Designing for User Experience: Human-Centered Design Approaches. Frontiers of Art & Design; 2021, 3(1):18. doi:10.69610/j.fad.20210413
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Thomas, Michael 2021. "Designing for User Experience: Human-Centered Design Approaches" Frontiers of Art & Design 3, no.1:18. doi:10.69610/j.fad.20210413

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Thomas, M. (2021). Designing for User Experience: Human-Centered Design Approaches. Frontiers of Art & Design, 3(1), 18. doi:10.69610/j.fad.20210413

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