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Real critique has become a lost skill among collaborative teams today. Critique is intended to help teams strengthen their designs, products, and services, rather than be used to assert authority or push agendas under the guise of "feedback." In this practical guide, authors Adam Connor and Aaron Irizarry teach you techniques, tools, and a framework for helping members of
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This book inspired me to use a more structured approach wehn giving and receiving feedback on UX design projects. The vocabulary of critiques vs reactions and direction is useful, as well as the definition of a critique being to measure a design against agreed upon objectives. Perhaps the biggest message for me is to get better at defining clear objectives and use cases for each feature with the project tema and reviewing those regularly.
The book became a bit repetitive in later chapters, as th ...more
The book became a bit repetitive in later chapters, as th ...more
For people who work closely with designers, this book gives great practical advice on how to properly 'critique'.
The first half of the book is useful, while the second goes into granular details of some 9-5 basics, e.g. "be sure to take notes"
Would recommend for anyone who collaborates with designers sometimes, and mandatory for people who are responsible for designing (or approving designs) of user facing products. ...more
The first half of the book is useful, while the second goes into granular details of some 9-5 basics, e.g. "be sure to take notes"
Would recommend for anyone who collaborates with designers sometimes, and mandatory for people who are responsible for designing (or approving designs) of user facing products. ...more
This is another design book with a premise that seems noble--critique is a universal part of design organizations that's perpetuated with much complacency. Time for a shake-up, or at least a critical eye, right? The most memorable parts of this book are the definitions to commonplace terms, like critique, facilitation, active listening. The definitions seem more human and eloquent than the typical textbook glossary. Unfortunately, the rest of the book feels like a regurgitation of design books b
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Дизайн ніколи не створюється в вакуумі. Його завжди потрбіно валідувати, покращувати, тестувати і часом навіть продавати. Ця книга чудесно описує частниню цього процесу, а саме як організовувати, давати та отримувати критику на дизайн. Дуже практична і чітка.
Головне в критикуванні — шукати рішення, чому щось працює, чи не працює, а не придумувати нове, яке вам здається кращим.
Головне в критикуванні — шукати рішення, чому щось працює, чи не працює, а не придумувати нове, яке вам здається кращим.
There was a lot of padding around common sense or sometimes stuff which wasn't applicable to me. Mostly common sense. There was too much "this is what we'll tell you, this is what we're telling you, this is what we told you" (and a case study which usually didn't add much if anything).
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There’s a lot of water in this book. Same basics are repeated over and over again. If you work in a product company, you might have already learned it within the first few months. I think this book should have been better published in the form of the podcast or a video lecture.
Feb 13, 2018
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Decent review for industry veterans
For those who have been in the design industry for a while, we can tell ourselves, “We need to get better at critique.” Critique is like communication: very rarely will you be told you’re doing too
For those who have been in the design industry for a while, we can tell ourselves, “We need to get better at critique.” Critique is like communication: very rarely will you be told you’re doing too
Really good guide to have proper feedback sessions.
An interesting detail which weirded me out is that the writers mostly used “she” “her” (female pronouns) in negative examples of bad habits during critiques.
An interesting detail which weirded me out is that the writers mostly used “she” “her” (female pronouns) in negative examples of bad habits during critiques.
Highly recommended!
If you find yourself struggling in a design environment you should read this book. You will be able to understand how to participate of a collaborative and balance critique oriented workplace and take all the positive outcomes.
If you find yourself struggling in a design environment you should read this book. You will be able to understand how to participate of a collaborative and balance critique oriented workplace and take all the positive outcomes.
this was great.
I would say it a book full of concrete and actionable insights on how to go about critiquing design.
The main point is that its about collaboration and helping the design improve and meet its objectives.
Even going as far as detailing how to make it possible through facilitation.
The overall tone is reminiscent of a design critique workshop but quite digestible to even those who are not designers.
The main point is that its about collaboration and helping the design improve and meet its objectives.
Even going as far as detailing how to make it possible through facilitation.
The overall tone is reminiscent of a design critique workshop but quite digestible to even those who are not designers.
Important principles about differences between types of feedback. IMO this can be easily digested quicker in a talk, podcast or an article. I skimmed the book heavily because I realized after the first two chapters how much of the content is drawn out way too long. Unfortunately I've read a few similar books recently which didn't need to be written as books (if that makes sense).
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Just saw Aaron speak at an event and I was so impressed that I ordered this book immediately. The structure he proposes will undoubtedly help me in better conveying customer needs and sentiment to our designers and hopefully help us build an even more fantastic product and harmonious company.
As a UX/UI designer, this was such a useful read & I'm looking forward testing some of the strategies for communication listed in the book. Would also recommend it to PO's, scrum masters, developers etc. It's useful for a whole team!
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Good overview of a key skill. Not overly elaborate and to the point.
Absolutely nothing conveyed in so many words.
Really good book on Design Critique, the different types of feedback, and how to give/receive constructive feedback.
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Basics are there, but it's time to update.
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Wonderful tips on how to run critiques at work
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“Good critique is comprised of three key elements: It identifies a specific aspect of the idea or a decision in the design being analyzed. It relates that aspect or decision to an objective or best practice. It describes how and why the aspect or decision work to support or not support the objective or best practice.”
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“When asking for critique, keep the following in mind: Remember the purpose. Critique is about understanding and improvement, not judgment. Listen and think before responding. Do you understand what the critics are saying and why? Return to the foundation. Use agreed-upon objectives as a tool to make sure feedback stays focused on objectives. Participate. Critique the work alongside everyone”
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