Applied UX Research

Bridging the gap between academia and industry: Written for early UX Research career professionals

von Utkarsh Seth

244 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Are you ready to bridge the gap between UX research theory learned in academia and the dynamic reality of the industry? Written by Utkarsh Seth, a seasoned UX researcher with over 17 years of experience at companies like Microsoft, Google, and Nordstrom, this book is your essential guide to navigating and mastering the foundational skills of this transformative field.Drawing on his experience teaching and mentoring countless students and early career professionals, Utkarsh addresses the noticeable absence of material specifically designed to ease the transition from academic life to the professional UX research world. Whether you're a student exploring career options, an early career professional seeking a more systematic approach, or even a product manager aiming to align products with user needs, this book offers practical advice, real-world examples, and actionable steps to empower you to create user-centered solutions.Inside, you'll discover the core principles of UX research and with key learnings and how it changes when people transition from academia to industry. Gain invaluable insights into how UX research is practiced in the industry, what it truly means to be accountable as a researcher in a company, and the essential skills often missed in academic settings, like effective collaboration and stakeholder management. This book is your roadmap to not just understanding UX research, but to making a real impact by informing product development through user insights and accelerating your journey to becoming an industry-ready UX researcher.

• Themen: Informatik und Informationstechnologie Informatik Mensch-Computer-Interaktion Interfacedesign, Benutzerfreundlichkeit (Usability)
• ISBN: 9798349246395
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.03.2025
• Größe: 216 x 140 mm
• Verlag: Utkarsh Seth