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Week 1 - Basics of UX Design

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Product Design Mental Models

Understand the importance of mental models in product design, exploring how they influence user behavior and guide the creation of intuitive and user-friendly digital products.

In the field of product design, mental models serve as powerful tools for understanding user behavior and crafting intuitive user experiences. A mental model is a representation of how something works based on our perceptions, beliefs, and past experiences. In product design, leveraging mental models allows designers to anticipate user expectations and design interfaces that align seamlessly with users' existing cognitive frameworks. By incorporating familiar concepts and interaction patterns into their designs, designers can reduce cognitive load and make it easier for users to navigate and interact with their products. Understanding common mental models, such as affordances, feedback loops, and mapping, empowers designers to create products that feel intuitive and natural to use. By adopting a user-centric approach and designing with mental models in mind, designers can create products that resonate with users and leave a lasting impression.