Safe and inclusive UX in the GenAI era

Explore Headspace's mindful approach to GenAI integration. Plus, learn actionable tips on how you can cultivate thoughtfulness and inclusivity in your practice.

With pressure to build fast and GenAI products on the rise, user trust is more crucial than ever. It's our responsibility to not only make sure that participants have a valuable experience but that they're being handled with intention and care along the way.   Join us as we explore how Headspace makes safety the top priority as they apply GenAI to new products and how Best Buy evolved survey language to keep inclusivity at the forefront.    What are ways you've shifted your practice to have a more equitable approach? Let us know in the People Nerds' Slack community! - The People Nerds Team   Merging GenAI and mental health comes with its own unique set of challenges. Headspace's Priyanka Marawar shares how the team approaches these hurdles with a focus on ethical responsibility and ensuring a positive, mindful user experience.   MIND OVER MATTER KEEP READING - MORE ON THIS TOPIC Keep your research inclusive with expansive terminology. Uncover the importance and purpose of participant consent. Let's do better with these four design principles for gender identity inclusion. Which method do you find most helpful in creating inclusive user experiences?   1. User testing with diverse groups 2. Accessibility guidelines and standards 3. Collaboration with accessibility experts 4. Research and back from marginalized groups 5. Other, let us know in Slack! We'll post the results afterward in our Slack community! ICYMI, check out our webinar on how you can use practical strategies to drive real UX design impact with Ryan Scott, Former Design Lead at Airbnb.   RINGING IN RESULTS Intuit is looking for a Senior Design Researcher. McAfee is recruiting a Senior Manager, UX Design. Deloitte is hiring a Lead Experience Researcher. What I found most interesting—especially at the intersection of journalism—is where the boundary might be between representation of reality to the introduction of narrative elements that might blur objectivity. Dr. Ana Luisa Sanchez Laws  Professor, Arctic University in Norway   Via Can Immersive Journalism Make Way for More Responsible Storytelling? Ready to scale your research program? Successfully scaling research requires effective stakeholder collaboration, flexible methods, and insights designed for impact.   See how Dscout can help you with all three. Dscout, 222 North LaSalle St, Chicago, IL Unsubscribe Manage preferences

The People Nerds Guide to Usability

We're getting back to the basics and breaking down the ins and outs of usability testing.

Hi Wanto,   It's no secret that usability testing is a critical tool for research and design, but when was the last time you revisited the fundamentals?     Whether you're new to usability testing or a seasoned pro looking to refine your skills, the People Nerds Guide to Usability has something for you.    We'll walk you through when to conduct (and not conduct!) a usability test, best practices, real examples, and more to help you broaden your approach and maximize your efforts. In this download, you'll get … An intro to usability and examples of when to use and not use the method A step-by-step walkthrough on conducting a usability test (and common pitfalls to avoid) Tips on qual and quant usability testing  A handy usability test checklist  A case study showcasing how the Dropbox team nails usability Get the Guide Cheers, The People Nerds Team Dscout, 222 North LaSalle St, Chicago, IL Unsubscribe Manage preferences