Scenario
You have been assigned as a UX researcher in a software development company. The company is developing a new mobile application called "FitLife," aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles through fitness tracking and personalized workout plans. As part of the development process, you need to conduct usability testing to ensure that the application meets the needs and expectations of the target users.
Task Paragraph
Your task is to plan and conduct usability testing for the FitLife mobile application. The goal is to identify any usability issues, gather user feedback, and make recommendations for improvements. You will need to recruit participants, design test scenarios, create a testing protocol, conduct the tests, analyze the data, and present your findings to the development team.
Tools:
- Usability testing software: Choose a tool that allows you to record user interactions, collect qualitative and quantitative data, and generate comprehensive reports. For example, you can use tools like UserTesting, Maze, or Lookback.
- Prototyping tool: Create interactive prototypes of the FitLife application using tools such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD.
- Data analysis software: Utilize software like Excel, Google Sheets, or specialized qualitative analysis tools like NVivo or Dedoose to analyze and interpret the usability testing data.
Expected Deliverables:
- Usability testing plan: Provide a detailed plan outlining your testing objectives, participant recruitment strategy, test scenarios, and testing protocol.
- Usability testing report: Present a comprehensive report summarizing the findings from the usability testing sessions. Include a description of the usability issues encountered, recommendations for improvement, and any insights gained from user feedback.
- Design recommendations: Offer specific design recommendations based on the usability testing findings to enhance the user experience of the FitLife mobile application.