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in computer science […] is
problem decomposition:
how to take a complex problem
and divide it up into pieces
that can be solved independently.
Problem decomposition
is the central design task
that programmers face every day.’
— John Ousterhout
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When we design together
The document discusses the importance of collaboration in design, highlighting that everyone is involved in the design process, not just designated designers. It outlines the significance of good design for business and provides methods for effective teamwork in tackling complex problems, citing examples from various industries. The overall message emphasizes that good design results from collective efforts across different roles, leading to better outcomes and faster solutions.
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- 1. ©ThoughtWorks 2020 WHEN WEDESIGN TOGETHER The power of collaboration #YConf2020
- 2. 2© ThoughtWorks 2020 ExperienceDesigner (XD) Sabrina Mach Developer (Dev) James Emmott Business Analyst (BA) Ammara Gafoor This talk is brought to you by.... #YConf2020
- 3. 3© ThoughtWorks 2020 WHATIS DESIGN ? Is it the responsibility of one person with the job title? Is it about drawing or making things look pretty? #YConf2020
- 4. Everyone designs who devisescourses of action aimed at changing existing situations into preferred ones. ©ThoughtWorks 2020 Commercial in Confidence Herb Simon (1968) Recipient of the 1978 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics. Pioneer of several scientific domains such as artificial intelligence, and many more. #YConf2020
- 5. 5© ThoughtWorks 2020 Whygood design is important Good design is good for business 80% of buyer will pay more for a better customer experience. (Walker. Customers 2020: A Progress Report) For every £1 invested in design, businesses can expect over £4 increase in net operating profit. (The Value of Design Factfinder. 2007.) #YConf2020
- 6. How to create gooddesign Technology Feasibility Business Viability Good design that creates impact happens here. People Desirability & Usability Start here What do people need / desire? Do they understand how to use it? What can be financially viable? What can be technically feasible? #YConf2020
- 7. Who designs for whom Nota complete list of roles Technology Feasibility Business Viability People Desirability & Usability Business Analyst Developer Experience Designer #YConf2020
- 8. Who designs for whom Nota complete list of roles Technology Feasibility Business Viability People Desirability & Usability Experience Designer Business Analyst Developer #YConf2020
- 9. Who designs for whom Nota complete list of roles Technology Feasibility Business Viability People Desirability & Usability Business Analyst Developer Experience Designer #YConf2020
- 10. Good design happens whenwe design together. Technology Feasibility Business Viability People Desirability & Usability Experience Designer Business Analyst Developer QA Infra Dev SMEs #YConf2020
- 11. POLL Which questions do youfind yourself asking? Technology Feasibility Business Viability People Desirability & Usability What do people need / desire? Do they understand how to use it? What can be financially viable? What can be technically feasible? #YConf2020
- 12. SOUNDS EXCITING? Let’s lookat an example. #YConf2020
- 13. ©ThoughtWorks 2020 Problem statement:Improve the quality of elevators 13 #YConf2020
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- 23. ©ThoughtWorks 2020 Reframing theproblem is the key to good design! #YConf2020
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- 25. Design is abouttackling complexity. #YConf2020
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- 27. ‘Most people makethe mistake of thinking design is what it looks like. People think it’s this veneer — that the designers are handed this box and told, “Make it look good!” … — Steve Jobs #YConf2020
- 28. … That’s not whatwe think design is. It’s not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.’ — Steve Jobs #YConf2020
- 29. ‘That’s fundamentally whatdesign is about. Taking things apart so you can put them back together.’ — Rich Hickey #YConf2020
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- 31. ‘The most fundamentalproblem in computer science […] is problem decomposition: how to take a complex problem and divide it up into pieces that can be solved independently. Problem decomposition is the central design task that programmers face every day.’ — John Ousterhout #YConf2020
- 32. ‘Design skill iswhat separates great programmers from average ones.’ — John Ousterhout #YConf2020
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- 35. ‘Most people arerewarded in school for solving problems. When was the last time your child — or you — were rewarded for finding a problem?’ (‘We’ve got enough problems already!’) — Alan Kay #YConf2020
- 36. ‘Point of viewis worth 80 IQ points.’ — Alan Kay #YConf2020
- 37. #YConf2020 We are all designers Frameright problem Tackle complexity & make cognitive leaps
- 38. How to becomesmarter in our team An applied example. #YConf2020
- 39. 39© ThoughtWorks 2020 DesignStudio 1) Frame the challenge, and note constraints and assumptions. 2) Individually, draw 8 ideas in 8 minutes. Then share. 3) Individually, go deeper into one idea in 5 minutes. Then share. 4) Pin on on the wall and dot vote. 5) Together, create one idea in 10 minutes. One of the many methods you can use to get different perspectives to collaborate together. #YConf2020
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- 41. BEFORE Problem = Wehave too much data. We need to understand it Solution = Visualising the data will help us understand it Focus = 90% on building a visualisation solution 'Build a dashboard!' #YConf2020
- 42. Design Studio DATA PRODUCED HERE CANALSO BE USED HERE
- 43. AFTER Problem = Hassomeone done this test before? Solution = How can I find a relevant test result and understand that? Focus = 50% on finding test results 50% on building a visualisation solution Design studio surfaced hidden assumptions #YConf2020 BEFORE Problem = We have too much data. We need to understand it Solution = Visualising the data will help us understand it Focus = 90% on building a visualisation solution 'Build a dashboard!'
- 44. Good design happens whenwe design together.
- 45. 45© ThoughtWorks 2020 Gooddesign is everybody's responsibility. #HonourYourResponsibility Lead by Experience Designer supported by XD & Dev & other subject matter experts Lead by Developer supported by XD & BA & other subject matter experts Lead by Business Analyst supported by XD & Dev & other subject matter experts Technology Feasibility Business Viability People Desirability & Usability #YConf2020
- 46. 30% Faster Timeto Market 15% Accelerated Adoption COLLABORATION MAKES US FASTER Collaborative multidisciplinary teams create products that have... #YConf2020
- 47. THE ASK Connect Reach outto other roles. Find out about the perspective, knowledge and experience they bring to your team. Amplify Show your support to the different perspectives in your team. Use your voice to make theirs stronger and increase their impact. Collaborate Work together to understand and define the problem, then ideate many different possible solutions before converging on one. PAIRING: BA + UX + DEV = DESIGN TIME. #YConf2020
- 48. 48© ThoughtWorks 2020 ExperienceDesigner (XD) Sabrina Mach Developer (Dev) James Emmott Business Analyst (BA) Ammara Gafoor THANK YOU! What are your questions for us? #YConf2020