The article discusses the common pitfalls in measuring time metrics in UX research, particularly focusing on survivorship bias and differential follow-up bias. It explains how traditional methods can lead to overly optimistic resu...
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The author shares their journey of cutting a synthetic ruby, detailing the equipment, techniques, and challenges involved in the gem faceting process.
Rapid feature shipping in product development compromises user experience and leads to burnout among UX teams, necessitating a reevaluation of priorities in design and research.
User friction in UX design is complex, requiring both qualitative and quantitative methods for effective measurement and understanding, with qualitative insights being crucial for identifying true friction points.
Driving and software interactions both rely on social cues and evolving user expectations, highlighting the need for UX designers to adapt to changing mental models.
The author discusses the challenges and failures associated with 'persona projects' in data analysis, particularly in creating user personas for businesses. They highlight the difficulties of deriving meaningful insights from data...
The author shares their experience using an RTL-SDR dongle to receive and decode various radio signals, particularly focusing on ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast) data from aircraft. They describe the setup proces...
Accurate snow measurement is complex due to environmental factors, requiring specific techniques and tools, as detailed in 'The Snow Booklet.'
Data professionals must navigate office politics as their work, often perceived as neutral, can be manipulated to serve various agendas and influence decision-making.
Daylight savings time impacts software reliability, while advancements in time measurement and recent power outages raise questions about atomic time standards.
Recent surveys suggesting a Christian revival among U.K. youth are misleading, as they often rely on biased opt-in methods rather than rigorous random sampling.
AI-generated code is transforming software engineering and data science, presenting both challenges in quality and opportunities for rapid data extraction and analysis.
Understanding the theoretical constructs behind metrics like customer satisfaction is crucial, as relying on shortcuts can lead to invalid measurements in a rapidly changing industry.
Effective onboarding requires new hires to proactively seek data sources and engage with colleagues to navigate complex data systems and metrics within an organization.
The post examines the intricacies of data collection, questioning the distinctions between qualitative and quantitative methods while emphasizing the need for unbiased and insightful data.
Organizations often misuse UX research for validation after decisions are made, undermining effective product development and the role of researchers.
The post explores the intricacies of reverse engineering a 3D printed CNC machine, highlighting the challenges of accurate measurement and the iterative design process.
The post examines the trend of merging quantitative and qualitative UX research roles, emphasizing the challenges and implications for researchers in a competitive job market.
The author, Randy Au, shares insights from six months of data collected using a bird detection system called Birdnet. The post discusses seasonal variations in bird activity, highlighting peaks in bird singing during specific mont...
The post explores the author's journey from joyful, silly programming projects in youth to the complex, serious nature of modern coding, yearning for a return to playful creativity.
The author shares their experience of securing a Staff Quantitative UX Researcher role after facing multiple layoffs. They express gratitude to readers for support during their job search and discuss the challenges of job hunting ...
The author reflects on living in poorly insulated, old housing in New York City and the challenges of maintaining warmth during winter. Using a thermal camera, they explore heat loss in their home but find it offers limited action...
After three months of unemployment, the author shares personal achievements and future plans while reflecting on the chaos of transitioning back to work.
The author expresses gratitude to newsletter subscribers and shares personal updates about job hunting and taking a semi-vacation. They reflect on the challenges of working from home since COVID, the need for a break from constant...