Queuing Theory
The mathematical study of waiting lines or queues.
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“usability research”
Information Bias
A cognitive bias where people seek out more information than is needed to make a decision, often leading to analysis paralysis.
Scannability
The ease with which users can quickly find and understand information on a webpage or document, often enhanced by design elements like headings, bullet points, and short paragraphs.
Information Aversion
The tendency to avoid information that one perceives as potentially negative or anxiety-inducing.
Top-Down IA
An approach to information architecture that begins with high-level structures and breaks them down into detailed components.
Scaling Fallacy
A cognitive bias where people underestimate the complexity and challenges involved in scaling systems, processes, or businesses.
Behavioral Insights Team
An organization that applies behavioral science to policy and practice to improve public services and outcomes.
Material Design
A design language developed by Google that uses shadow, depth, and motion to create a realistic and intuitive user interface.
F Pattern
A common pattern of eye movement where users scan web content in an "F" shape, focusing on the top and left side of the page.