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Drafting Personas
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Today, we will begin drafting our personas. Remember, a persona includes a name, photo, demographics, goals, pain points, and a quote. Let's start by asking: What are the key components of a persona?
I think it should have someone's background and what they want from the product.
Yeah, and we should include their challenges too!
Exactly! Including the pain points helps us understand the user better. Can anyone think of a quote we might include?
Maybe a quote that shows their frustration with an existing solution?
Great idea! Always think of the userโs perspective. Letโs move on to drafting our personas individually.
Drafting Requirements
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Now that you have your personas drafted, letโs discuss requirements. Who can tell me the difference between functional and non-functional requirements?
Functional requirements are what the system must do, like features, while non-functional are things like performance and security.
Exactly! When you write these requirements, be sure to tie them back to your research findings. What might be an example of a functional requirement?
A requirement could be that the app must allow users to create an account.
And it should also mention the security measures to protect user data!
Well done! Ensure you have at least eight functional requirements backed by evidence from your research.
Peer Review Process
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Now, let's focus on the peer review process. Why is it important to exchange drafts with your partner?
It helps us get an outsider's perspective on our work.
And they might notice things we missed or suggest improvements!
Exactly! Remember to use constructive feedback. What are some areas to focus on when reviewing?
Clarity and whether the requirements are measurable.
Correct! After your reviews, you should iterate on your drafts to improve them.
Traceability Matrix Creation
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Finally, letโs talk about the Traceability Matrix. Who can explain its purpose?
Isn't it used to link requirements back to our research data?
Exactly! It ensures that every requirement is justified by evidence. How do we create this matrix?
We should list our requirements on one side and the corresponding data points from our research on the other.
Correct! This helps in tracking the validity of your design decisions. Make sure to keep this updated as you refine your documents.
Introduction & Overview
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Quick Overview
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Hands-on implementation is a critical phase of creating a design specification where students draft essential sections, collaborate with peers for feedback, and ensure that elements like personas and requirements are well linked to research evidence. It highlights the importance of documentation and adaptability in the design process.
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Hands-on Implementation
In this section, students engage in practical exercises to draft the key components of a design specification. The focus is on creating detailed personas and requirements sections, with an emphasis on peer collaboration and iterative feedback. The process begins with individual drafting, followed by a systematic review where students exchange their drafts with partners. This encourages critical thinking and adaptability as students identify areas needing clarity or additional evidence, fostering a collaborative learning environment. The section also introduces the Traceability Matrix, a tool essential for linking requirements to specific data points from research findings.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Iterative Drafting: The process of continuously revising work based on feedback.
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Peer Review: The practice of evaluating others' work to provide constructive criticism.
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Traceability Matrix: A documentation tool linking requirements to research data.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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When drafting a persona, a student might create 'Priya', a 17-year-old with a busy schedule who struggles with managing events, which includes her typical frustrations detailed in a quote.
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A functional requirement example could be: 'The app must allow users to sign up for events via a digital platform within a minute.'
Memory Aids
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To draft a persona, make it real, give it a name, show how they feel.
๐ Fascinating Stories
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Imagine building a bridge, each requirement is a stone, linking back to user stories helps us build strong.
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P.R.T: Personas represent users, Requirements dictate functions, Traceability connects dots.
๐ฏ Super Acronyms
P.E.A.R
- Personas
- Evidence
- Analysis
- Review - the steps to a great design view.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Persona
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A fictional character created to represent a user type in a user-centered design process.
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Term: Requirements
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Specifications that outline the necessary features and functions of a product.
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Term: Traceability Matrix
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A document that links requirements to their corresponding research evidence.