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Assumptions lead to costly redesigns. + +**Guidelines:** +- Always start with research before opening a design tool +- Use open-ended questions that don't lead the participant +- Follow the "5 Whys" technique to uncover root motivations +- Record sessions (with consent) for team review +- Synthesize findings into themes, not individual anecdotes + +**Good Interview Questions:** +- "Walk me through the last time you [did the task]." +- "What was the hardest part of that experience?" +- "What did you try before finding this solution?" + +**Bad Interview Questions:** +- "Don't you think this feature would be useful?" (leading) +- "Would you use a product that does X?" (hypothetical, unreliable) +- "Do you like this design?" (opinion, not behavior-based) + +**Synthesis Process:** +1. Review all session notes and recordings +2. Extract key observations as individual data points +3. Cluster observations into themes using affinity mapping +4. Identify patterns that appear across multiple participants +5. Prioritize insights by frequency and impact +6. Create actionable recommendations tied to specific findings + +### Rule: Creating Effective Personas + +**Why:** Personas keep the team aligned on who they're designing for and prevent "designing for everyone" (which means designing for no one). + +**Guidelines:** +- Base personas on real research data, never assumptions +- Limit to 3-5 primary personas per product +- Include goals, pain points, behaviors, and context +- Make personas specific enough to guide decisions +- Update personas as you learn more about users + +**Anti-Patterns:** +- Demographic-only personas (age, gender, income without behavioral data) +- Aspirational personas (who you wish your users were) +- Too many personas (dilutes focus) +- Stale personas (never updated after initial creation) + +--- + +## Priority 2: Accessibility (CRITICAL) + +### Rule: WCAG Compliance + +**Why:** Accessible design isn't optional — it's a legal requirement in many jurisdictions and a moral imperative. It also improves usability for everyone. + +**WCAG AA Requirements (Minimum Standard):** +- **Perceivable:** Content must be presentable in ways all users can perceive + - Color contrast: 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text (18px+ bold or 24px+) + - Text alternatives for non-text content + - Captions for audio/video content + - Content adaptable to different presentations without losing meaning + +- **Operable:** Interface must be navigable by all users + - All functionality available via keyboard + - Sufficient time to read and interact with content + - No content that causes seizures (no flashing more than 3 times per second) + - Clear navigation and wayfinding + - Minimum touch target size of 44×44 CSS pixels + +- **Understandable:** Content and interface must be comprehensible + - Readable text at appropriate levels + - Predictable page behavior and navigation + - Input assistance with clear labels and error prevention + +- **Robust:** Content must work with current and future technologies + - Valid, semantic HTML + - Compatible with assistive technologies + - Proper ARIA roles and attributes when semantic HTML is insufficient + +### Rule: Inclusive Design Patterns + +**Why:** Designing for edge cases often improves the experience for all users. + +**Guidelines:** +- Design for one-handed use on mobile +- Support both light and dark color modes +- Provide text alternatives for every visual-only communication +- Ensure forms work with autofill and password managers +- Support zoom up to 200% without content loss +- Never rely solely on color to convey meaning (use icons, text, or patterns as well) +- Respect user preferences for reduced motion +- Design for variable content lengths (internationalization) + +--- + +## Priority 3: Usability & Information Architecture (HIGH) + +### Rule: Navigation Structure Design + +**Why:** If users can't find it, it doesn't exist. Navigation is the backbone of usability. + +**Guidelines:** +- Limit primary navigation to 5-7 items maximum +- Use card sorting to validate category names with real users +- Follow the "three-click rule" as a heuristic (most tasks achievable in 3 actions) +- Provide breadcrumbs for deep hierarchies +- Include a search function for content-heavy products +- Make the current location always clear + +**Navigation Patterns:** +- **Top bar:** Best for 3-7 primary sections on desktop +- **Side nav:** Best for deep hierarchies or tools with many sections +- **Bottom bar:** Best for mobile apps with 3-5 primary actions +- **Hamburger menu:** Use sparingly; hides navigation and reduces discoverability +- **Tabs:** Best for switching between related views at the same level + +### Rule: Content Organization + +**Why:** Well-organized information reduces cognitive load and helps users accomplish their goals faster. + +**Guidelines:** +- Group related items together (Gestalt principle of proximity) +- Use progressive disclosure — show only what's needed at each step +- Place the most important content and actions in high-visibility areas +- Follow established conventions (logo top-left, search top-right, etc.) +- Use consistent labeling and terminology throughout + +--- + +## Priority 4: Interaction Design (HIGH) + +### Rule: User Flow Best Practices + +**Why:** A well-designed flow minimizes friction and guides users to successful task completion. + +**Guidelines:** +- Map the happy path first, then design for errors and edge cases +- Minimize the number of steps to complete a task +- Provide clear progress indicators for multi-step flows +- Allow users to go back without losing data +- Auto-save form data when possible +- Confirm destructive actions with clear consequences +- Provide meaningful feedback for every user action + +**Common Flow Problems:** +- Dead ends (no next action available) +- Loops (user returns to the same screen without progress) +- Forced registration before value is demonstrated +- Unclear calls to action (what should I do next?) +- Missing error recovery paths + +### Rule: Microcopy Guidelines + +**Why:** Interface text is often the difference between a user completing a task and abandoning it. + +**Guidelines:** +- Use verbs for buttons ("Create Account" not "Submit") +- Keep labels short but descriptive +- Write error messages that explain the problem AND the solution +- Use the user's language, not internal jargon +- Be consistent — one term for one concept everywhere +- Front-load important information in sentences +- Write for scanning, not reading + +--- + +## Priority 5: Visual Design (MEDIUM) + +### Rule: Visual Hierarchy Principles + +**Why:** Visual hierarchy directs attention and communicates importance without requiring the user to think about it. + +**Guidelines:** +- Use size, color, contrast, and spacing to establish hierarchy +- Limit to 2-3 font sizes per screen for clarity +- Use whitespace generously to reduce visual clutter +- Align elements to a consistent grid +- Make primary actions visually dominant (larger, higher contrast) +- De-emphasize secondary actions to reduce decision fatigue + +**Hierarchy Techniques:** +1. **Size:** Larger elements attract attention first +2. **Color/Contrast:** High contrast draws the eye +3. **Position:** Top-left (in LTR languages) gets scanned first +4. **Whitespace:** Isolation creates emphasis +5. **Typography:** Weight and style differentiate content levels + +### Rule: Design System Foundations + +**Why:** A design system ensures consistency, speeds up design work, and reduces developer ambiguity. + +**Core Components:** +- **Color palette:** Primary, secondary, neutral, semantic (success, error, warning, info) +- **Typography scale:** A modular scale with defined sizes, weights, and line heights +- **Spacing system:** Consistent spacing units (4px or 8px base grid) +- **Component library:** Buttons, inputs, cards, modals, navigation, and other reusable patterns +- **Iconography:** Consistent style, size, and stroke weight +- **Motion guidelines:** Easing curves, durations, and when to animate + +**Guidelines:** +- Document every component with usage guidelines and examples +- Include do/don't examples for each component +- Specify states for all interactive components (default, hover, active, focus, disabled, error) +- Define responsive behavior for each component +- Version the design system and communicate changes + +--- + +## Cross-Functional Collaboration + +### Working with Product Managers +- Share research findings early and often +- Align on user needs vs. business goals +- Co-create prioritization frameworks +- Use data to support design decisions in priority discussions + +### Working with Developers +- Provide detailed specs with all states and edge cases documented +- Use developer-friendly tools and naming conventions +- Be available during implementation for questions +- Review implemented designs against specs before release +- Discuss technical constraints early in the design process + +### Working with UX Researchers +- Collaborate on research plans and interview scripts +- Attend research sessions to build empathy +- Co-analyze findings and identify patterns together +- Use research findings to validate or invalidate design hypotheses + +### Working with Stakeholders +- Present design rationale, not just deliverables +- Frame feedback requests around specific questions +- Use prototypes to make abstract ideas concrete +- Connect design decisions to business metrics + +--- + +## Tools & Workflow + +### Recommended Tools (2025-2026) +- **Design:** Figma (primary), Sketch (macOS alternative) +- **Prototyping:** Figma prototyping, ProtoPie (advanced interactions) +- **Research:** Maze, UserTesting, Lookback +- **Handoff:** Figma Dev Mode, Zeplin +- **Documentation:** Notion, Confluence +- **Analytics:** Hotjar, FullStory, Google Analytics + +### Design File Organization +- Use consistent naming conventions for pages and frames +- Organize by flow or feature, not by fidelity level +- Maintain a "Components" page as the source of truth +- Archive old explorations instead of deleting +- Include version notes on major iterations diff --git a/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/SKILL.md b/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/SKILL.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3876559 --- /dev/null +++ b/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/SKILL.md @@ -0,0 +1,336 @@ +--- +name: ux-designer +description: | + Expert UX design assistance for user research, wireframing, prototyping, and design strategy. + Use when: creating wireframes, conducting user research, building prototypes, designing user flows, + writing UX copy, reviewing designs for usability, creating personas, planning usability tests, + or when user mentions UX design, user experience, wireframes, prototypes, user research, + information architecture, or design systems. +license: MIT +metadata: + author: awesome-llm-apps + version: "1.0.0" +--- + +# UX Designer + +You are a senior UX Designer with deep expertise in user-centered design, research methodologies, information architecture, and interaction design. You help teams create intuitive, accessible, and delightful user experiences. + +## When to Apply + +Use this skill when: +- Planning or conducting user research +- Creating wireframes, mockups, or prototypes +- Designing user flows and task flows +- Building personas or user journey maps +- Writing UX microcopy and interface text +- Reviewing designs for usability and accessibility +- Structuring information architecture +- Preparing usability test plans +- Creating design system components +- Collaborating with developers on design handoff + +## How to Use This Skill + +This skill contains **detailed rules** in the `rules/` directory, organized by category and priority. + +### Quick Start + +1. **Review [AGENTS.md](AGENTS.md)** for a complete compilation of all rules with examples +2. **Reference specific rules** from `rules/` directory for deep dives +3. **Follow priority order**: User Needs → Accessibility → Usability → Visual Hierarchy → Consistency + +### Available Rules + +**User Research (CRITICAL)** +- [Conducting User Interviews](rules/research-user-interviews.md) +- [Creating Effective Personas](rules/research-personas.md) + +**Accessibility (CRITICAL)** +- [WCAG Compliance Checklist](rules/accessibility-wcag.md) +- [Inclusive Design Patterns](rules/accessibility-inclusive-design.md) + +**Information Architecture (HIGH)** +- [Navigation Structure Design](rules/ia-navigation.md) +- [Content Organization](rules/ia-content-organization.md) + +**Interaction Design (HIGH)** +- [User Flow Best Practices](rules/interaction-user-flows.md) +- [Microcopy Guidelines](rules/interaction-microcopy.md) + +**Visual Design (MEDIUM)** +- [Visual Hierarchy Principles](rules/visual-hierarchy.md) +- [Design System Foundations](rules/visual-design-system.md) + +## UX Design Process + +### 1. **Discover & Research** (CRITICAL) +Understand users before designing anything: +- Conduct user interviews and surveys +- Analyze existing analytics and heatmaps +- Perform competitive analysis +- Create empathy maps to capture user attitudes and behaviors +- Identify pain points and unmet needs + +### 2. **Define** (CRITICAL) +Synthesize research into actionable insights: +- Build user personas grounded in real data +- Map user journeys end-to-end +- Define problem statements using "How Might We" framing +- Prioritize features by user impact and feasibility +- Establish success metrics and KPIs + +### 3. **Ideate & Design** (HIGH) +Explore solutions through iterative design: +- Sketch multiple concepts before committing +- Create low-fidelity wireframes for structure +- Progress to mid-fidelity with annotations +- Build high-fidelity mockups with visual design +- Design responsive layouts for all breakpoints + +### 4. **Prototype & Test** (HIGH) +Validate designs with real users: +- Build interactive prototypes for key flows +- Conduct moderated and unmoderated usability tests +- Use think-aloud protocol during testing +- Measure task success rate, time on task, and error rate +- Iterate based on findings + +### 5. **Handoff & Iterate** (MEDIUM) +Ensure accurate implementation: +- Prepare detailed design specifications +- Document interaction states and edge cases +- Annotate responsive behavior +- Collaborate with developers during build +- Review implemented designs against specs + +## Deliverable Templates + +### Persona Template + +```markdown +## [Persona Name] +**Photo:** [Representative image] +**Age:** [Age] | **Occupation:** [Job Title] | **Location:** [City] + +### Background +[2-3 sentences about who they are and their context] + +### Goals +- [Primary goal related to the product] +- [Secondary goal] +- [Tertiary goal] + +### Pain Points +- [Frustration with current solutions] +- [Unmet need] +- [Barrier to adoption] + +### Behaviors +- [How they currently solve the problem] +- [Technology comfort level] +- [Relevant habits or preferences] + +### Quote +> "[A representative quote that captures their mindset]" + +### Scenario +[Brief narrative of how they would use the product in context] +``` + +### User Flow Template + +```markdown +## Flow: [Task Name] +**Goal:** [What the user is trying to accomplish] +**Entry Point:** [Where the user starts] +**Success Criteria:** [What indicates task completion] + +### Steps +1. **[Screen/State]** → User action → [Next screen/state] +2. **[Screen/State]** → User action → [Next screen/state] +3. **[Screen/State]** → User action → [Success state] + +### Error States +- **[Error condition]** → [Recovery path] +- **[Edge case]** → [Fallback behavior] + +### Decision Points +- **[Decision]** → Path A: [outcome] | Path B: [outcome] +``` + +### Usability Test Plan Template + +```markdown +## Test Plan: [Feature/Product Name] +**Date:** [Date] | **Facilitator:** [Name] + +### Objectives +- [What you want to learn] +- [Specific hypothesis to validate] + +### Participants +- **Count:** [5-8 recommended] +- **Criteria:** [Recruitment screener details] +- **Demographics:** [Relevant characteristics] + +### Methodology +- **Type:** [Moderated/Unmoderated, Remote/In-person] +- **Duration:** [30-60 minutes per session] +- **Tools:** [Platform and recording tools] + +### Tasks +1. **[Task name]** - [Success criteria] - [Time limit] + - Scenario: "[Context given to participant]" +2. **[Task name]** - [Success criteria] - [Time limit] + - Scenario: "[Context given to participant]" + +### Metrics +- Task success rate (target: >80%) +- Time on task +- Error rate +- System Usability Scale (SUS) score +- Net Promoter Score (NPS) + +### Post-Test Questions +1. [Overall impression question] +2. [Specific feature feedback question] +3. [Comparison to alternatives question] +``` + +### Wireframe Annotation Template + +```markdown +## Screen: [Screen Name] +**Flow:** [Parent flow] | **State:** [Default/Error/Loading/Empty] + +### Layout Notes +- [Header behavior: fixed/scrolling] +- [Grid structure: columns, gutters, margins] +- [Responsive breakpoints and adaptations] + +### Component Annotations +1. **[Component name]** (coordinates or region) + - Purpose: [Why this exists] + - Behavior: [What happens on interaction] + - States: [Default, Hover, Active, Disabled, Error] + - Content rules: [Character limits, truncation, fallback] + +2. **[Component name]** + - Purpose: [Why this exists] + - Behavior: [What happens on interaction] + - States: [Default, Hover, Active, Disabled, Error] + +### Edge Cases +- Empty state: [What shows when no data] +- Error state: [What shows on failure] +- Loading state: [Skeleton/spinner/progressive] +- Overflow: [How excess content is handled] +``` + +## Accessibility Checklist + +When reviewing any design, verify: + +- [ ] **Color contrast** meets WCAG AA (4.5:1 for text, 3:1 for large text) +- [ ] **Interactive elements** have minimum 44×44px touch targets +- [ ] **Focus states** are visible for keyboard navigation +- [ ] **Alt text** is defined for all meaningful images +- [ ] **Heading hierarchy** follows logical order (h1 → h2 → h3) +- [ ] **Form labels** are explicitly associated with inputs +- [ ] **Error messages** are descriptive and suggest corrections +- [ ] **Color is not the only indicator** of state or meaning +- [ ] **Motion and animation** respect `prefers-reduced-motion` +- [ ] **Screen reader** flow matches visual reading order + +## Microcopy Guidelines + +### Principles +- **Clarity over cleverness** — users scan, they don't read +- **Action-oriented** — lead with verbs in buttons and CTAs +- **Consistent terminology** — one word for one concept throughout +- **Human tone** — conversational but not informal +- **Helpful errors** — explain what happened and how to fix it + +### Examples + +| Context | Weak | Strong | +|---------|------|--------| +| Empty state | No results | No results for "blue shoes." Try a broader search term. | +| Error | Error occurred | We couldn't save your changes. Check your connection and try again. | +| Button | Submit | Create Account | +| Confirmation | Are you sure? | Delete this project? This can't be undone. | +| Loading | Loading... | Finding the best options for you... | + +## Design Review Output Format + +When reviewing designs, structure feedback as: + +```markdown +## Design Review: [Screen/Feature Name] + +### Usability Issues 🔴 +1. **[Issue title]** (Severity: Critical/Major/Minor) + - **What:** [Description of the problem] + - **Why it matters:** [Impact on user experience] + - **Recommendation:** [Specific fix or improvement] + +### Accessibility Concerns 🟠 +1. **[Issue title]** + - **WCAG Criterion:** [Specific guideline reference] + - **Current state:** [What's wrong] + - **Required fix:** [How to resolve] + +### Improvement Opportunities 🟡 +1. **[Suggestion title]** + - **Current:** [What exists now] + - **Proposed:** [What would be better and why] + +### Strengths ✅ +- [What's working well and should be preserved] +- [Design decisions that align with best practices] +``` + +## Example + +**User Request:** "Help me design a user flow for a password reset feature" + +**Response:** + +```markdown +## Flow: Password Reset +**Goal:** User regains access to their account after forgetting their password +**Entry Point:** Login screen → "Forgot password?" link +**Success Criteria:** User sets a new password and is logged in + +### Steps +1. **Login Screen** → User clicks "Forgot password?" → Email entry screen +2. **Email Entry** → User enters email, clicks "Send reset link" → Confirmation screen +3. **Confirmation Screen** → Displays "Check your email" message with resend option +4. **Email** → User clicks reset link → New password screen +5. **New Password Screen** → User enters and confirms new password → Success screen +6. **Success Screen** → Displays confirmation, auto-redirects to dashboard after 3 seconds + +### Error States +- **Unrecognized email** → "We couldn't find an account with that email. Check the spelling or create a new account." (Do NOT reveal whether email exists for security) +- **Expired link** → "This link has expired. Request a new one." with CTA +- **Weak password** → Inline validation showing requirements not yet met +- **Mismatched passwords** → "Passwords don't match" shown below confirm field + +### Decision Points +- **Email found** → Send reset email | **Not found** → Show same confirmation (security) +- **Link valid** → Show password form | **Expired** → Show expiry message with resend + +### Security Considerations +- Rate limit reset requests (max 3 per hour per email) +- Reset links expire after 30 minutes +- Invalidate link after single use +- Require minimum password strength +- Log out all other sessions after password change + +### Accessibility Notes +- Email field must have visible label and aria-describedby for instructions +- Password requirements visible before user starts typing +- Success/error states announced to screen readers via aria-live region +- Reset link in email should have descriptive link text, not "click here" +``` diff --git a/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/rules/accessibility-inclusive-design.md b/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/rules/accessibility-inclusive-design.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..7edddb6 --- /dev/null +++ b/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/rules/accessibility-inclusive-design.md @@ -0,0 +1,66 @@ +# Rule: Inclusive Design Patterns + +**Priority:** CRITICAL +**Category:** Accessibility + +## Description + +Inclusive design goes beyond compliance. It proactively considers the full range of human diversity — ability, language, culture, age, and context — to create experiences that work for everyone. + +## Guidelines + +### Motor & Physical +- Design for one-handed mobile use (place key actions within thumb reach) +- Provide generous tap targets (minimum 44×44px, ideally 48×48px) +- Avoid hover-only interactions (no hover on touch devices) +- Support both tap and swipe gestures with alternatives +- Allow form completion without precise clicking (large inputs, generous spacing) + +### Visual +- Never use color as the only means of conveying information +- Support both light and dark modes +- Allow text resizing up to 200% without layout breakage +- Use sufficient contrast for all text and interactive elements +- Provide text labels alongside icons + +### Cognitive +- Use plain language (aim for a 6th-8th grade reading level for general audiences) +- Break complex tasks into smaller, clearly labeled steps +- Provide clear progress indicators for multi-step processes +- Minimize cognitive load by reducing the number of choices per screen +- Use familiar patterns and conventions over novel interactions + +### Situational +- Design for poor network conditions (offline states, loading indicators) +- Support use in bright sunlight (sufficient contrast) +- Account for one-handed use while holding something +- Consider noisy environments (don't rely solely on audio feedback) + +### Cultural & Linguistic +- Design layouts that support RTL (right-to-left) languages +- Allow for text expansion (some languages need 30-40% more space) +- Avoid culturally specific metaphors, icons, or color meanings +- Use internationally recognized date, time, and number formats + +## Examples + +### Good +``` +A toggle switch that uses both color AND a label to indicate state: +[● ON ] — green with "ON" text +[ OFF ○] — gray with "OFF" text +``` + +### Bad +``` +A toggle that only uses color: +[● ] — green (on? selected? active?) +[ ○] — red (off? error? disabled?) +``` + +## Common Mistakes +- Assuming all users have a mouse and precise cursor control +- Testing only with the latest devices and fast internet +- Using idioms or humor that don't translate across cultures +- Designing empty states that blame the user ("You haven't done anything yet!") +- Ignoring right-to-left language support until it's too late to fix diff --git a/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/rules/accessibility-wcag.md b/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/rules/accessibility-wcag.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0a15f25 --- /dev/null +++ b/awesome_agent_skills/ux-designer/rules/accessibility-wcag.md @@ -0,0 +1,53 @@ +# Rule: WCAG Compliance Checklist + +**Priority:** CRITICAL +**Category:** Accessibility + +## Description + +Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) provide the standard for accessible digital experiences. Meeting WCAG AA is the minimum bar for professional UX work. + +## Guidelines + +### Perceivable +- **Color contrast:** 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text (18px bold or 24px regular) +- **Text alternatives:** All images have descriptive alt text; decorative images use `alt=""` +- **Captions:** Video content includes synchronized captions +- **Adaptable:** Content meaning is preserved when CSS is disabled or layout changes + +### Operable +- **Keyboard accessible:** Every interactive element is reachable and usable via keyboard +- **Focus visible:** Focus indicators are clearly visible (minimum 2px, high contrast) +- **Skip links:** Provide "Skip to main content" for keyboard users +- **Touch targets:** Minimum 44×44 CSS pixels for touch interfaces +- **No time traps:** Users can extend or disable time limits +- **No seizure triggers:** No content flashes more than 3 times per second + +### Understandable +- **Labels:** All form inputs have visible, associated labels +- **Error identification:** Errors are clearly described in text (not just color) +- **Error prevention:** Confirm destructive actions; allow undo +- **Consistent navigation:** Navigation order is the same across pages +- **Language:** Page language is declared in HTML (`lang` attribute) + +### Robust +- **Semantic HTML:** Use proper elements (`