Module 1F(pt.2) - Product Development Lifecycle Flashcards
(14 cards)
What is the product development life cycle?
A process that guides a product from idea to final release through five key stages.
What are the five stages of the product development life cycle?
Brainstorm, Define, Design, Test, Launch
True or False: UX designers are only active in the design stage of the product development life cycle.
False
What is the focus of the brainstorm stage?
Generating ideas, identifying user problems, and researching audience needs.
Which team members are often heavily involved in the brainstorm stage?
UX researchers and UX writers
What happens in the define stage?
The team narrows the focus, clarifies the product’s purpose, target users, and needed features.
True or False: Defining the problem clearly in the second stage shapes the project’s direction.
True
What do UX designers create during the design stage?
A. Budgets
B. Wireframes and prototypes
C. Product listings
D. Engineering specs
B. Wireframes and prototypes
What is the purpose of wireframes and prototypes in UX design?
To represent a product’s functionality and flow before final development.
What types of testing occur in the test stage?
Alpha (internal), stakeholder, and beta (user) testing
What is the role of UX researchers during the test stage?
To gather feedback and assess usability, often leading to design refinements.
True or False: The launch stage always marks the end of design work.
False (Feedback can lead to new design iterations)
What typically happens during the launch stage?
The product is released to users via platforms like app stores or websites, and feedback is collected.
Why is it valuable to observe everyday objects as a UX designer?
It sharpens your design perspective and helps you create better solutions.
