Ian HallSummarizing Christopher AlexanderNotes from Ryan Singer’s primer on Christopher Alexander’s design systemsJul 31, 2020Jul 31, 2020
Ian HallAre UX Designers Unsure? Uh, Maybe…Doubt is one of the superpowers of UX and enables designers to explore options without committing too strongly to the wrong thing.Mar 9, 2017Mar 9, 2017
Ian HallThe dangers of UX research…UX research is bandied about as a cure-all for what ails your product, but beware. Below the surface lurks great risk… and greater reward.Feb 28, 2017Feb 28, 2017
Ian HallInteraction design isn’t about being right…“Acknowledging what you don’t know is the dawning of wisdom.” — Charlie MungerFeb 21, 2017Feb 21, 2017
Ian HallHow Interaction Designers are like Interface ScientistsGreat interaction design is about finding the right answer, but that doesn’t mean making an educated guess, crossing our fingers, and…Jan 30, 2017Jan 30, 2017
Ian HallThe Simple Path to Self-MotivationHow I make progress even when I am feeling completely overwhelmed.Nov 17, 2016Nov 17, 2016
Ian HallHow to Get Useful Feedback as a Junior UX DesignerLearn to overcome anxiety and get the critical feedback needed to flourish as a junior UX practitioner.Nov 14, 2016Nov 14, 2016
Ian HallApple and AUX Headphone PairingLately I’ve been thinking a lot about the disappearing iPhone AUX port everyone is worked up about.Jun 27, 2016Jun 27, 2016
Ian HallThere is More to User Experience Design Than You May ThinkI’ve been at ZS Associates about eight months now and am finally getting my sea legs.Apr 1, 2016Apr 1, 2016
Ian HallHow Worthwhile is an MS in Human-Computer Interaction……and how do I know if it’s for me?Jul 22, 2015Jul 22, 2015