Weekly challenge 1: The basics of user experience

What is a benefit of starting your career with an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are paid.

Which type of business is most likely to hire a specialist designer?

Large companies

What are some of the day-to-day responsibilities of an entry-level UX designer? Select all that apply.

Researching, wireframing

Why are program managers necessary when working in UX design?

Program managers ensure the process of building a product goes smoothly from start to finish through the use of clear and timely communication.

Which type of UX designer dives deep into one particular role?

Specialist

Question 8 Fill in the blank: A startup is a good fit for beginner UX designers looking for _____.

fast-paced environments with less structure

Fill in the blank: The user experience is _____.

how a person, the user, feels about interacting with or experiencing a product

Which role represents a type of designer with broad knowledge in multiple areas of UX design, and a depth of knowledge in a single area?

T-shaped

Imagine a user needs to get directions to a destination while driving. They are able to use the voice command feature on their phone to open a maps app for voice-guided directions. Is this an example of a good user experience?

Yes

Which UX design role focuses on designing the experience and functionality of a product?

Interaction designer