A Plan for Simplicity and Usability

Usability was identified as a critical component for success. The interactions would need to be clear, smooth, and simple to create the optimal viewing experience and to contribute to the mood of the project. Constant iterative user testing involving the target audience would take place over the entire development of the project. A preview launch of the web site was also executed to evaluate the project as a whole.

I had several close contacts within my target audience who would be called on during the project’s development to ensure usability and understanding of the project’s intention. These usability sessions and peer reviews would take place on a regular basis at each step of the process. I also planned to share the development of my project through my personal web site, which would provide me with immediate feedback on my work, as well as gathering interest in my topic from across the Internet.