First Principles
A problem-solving approach that involves breaking down complex problems into their most basic, foundational elements.
A problem-solving approach that involves breaking down complex problems into their most basic, foundational elements.
The structural design of a product, defining its components, their relationships, and how they interact to fulfill the product's purpose.
The design of environments in which people make decisions, influencing their choices and behaviors.
A key aspect of Gestalt psychology describing the mind's ability to fill in gaps to create a whole object from incomplete elements.
The study of the interplay between individuals and their surroundings, including built environments and natural settings.
The perceived affordance of an element to be clickable, indicating that it can be interacted with.
Replacing one UI component with another, often used in adaptive or dynamic interfaces.
The ratio of interactive elements (links, buttons) to the number of goals on a landing page.
Ensuring that color choices in design are inclusive and usable by people with color vision deficiencies.