1. Introduction to Our Research Culture

2. Meet the Team

3. Getting Started: Your First Week

4. Research Process & Practices

5. Our Projects

6. FAQ

7. Learning Opportunities

Our Research Philosophy

At Dev Launchers, our research philosophy is built on a user-centric, data-driven approach. We prioritize understanding the needs and behaviors of our users, ensuring that all decisions align with enhancing user experiences. Our research is grounded in data, utilizing analytics and feedback to drive informed decisions. Collaboration is key, as we work closely with design, development, and product teams to ensure comprehensive insights. Lastly, we believe in continuous learning, constantly evolving our methodologies to adapt to industry changes and better serve our users.

How We Do Research

At Dev Launchers, we prioritize actionable insights, accessibility, and a spirit of curiosity in every step of our research process. We value user feedback and combine qualitative and quantitative methods to ensure inclusive, user-centric solutions. Collaboration across teams is key, as we iterate on ideas, refine strategies, and strive for impactful outcomes. New researchers are encouraged to deeply engage with users, stay curious, and embrace continuous improvement to uphold our commitment to creating accessible and meaningful designs.

The Steps of the Research Process

Our research process is structured to ensure efficiency and meaningful results:

• Planning & Strategy: Define goals, scope, and methods for a structured approach.

• Research Methods (Qualitative & Quantitative): Select techniques to gather valuable insights.

• Data Collection & Analysis: Organize and interpret data to uncover actionable findings.

• Reporting & Presenting Findings: Share results through clear, impactful presentations to inform decisions.

Tools:

Figma - Brainstorming

Miro - Workspaces

FigJam

1. Set Up Your Accounts

   • Set Up Your Figma Account Access shared design files and start collaborating with the design team.

   • Activate Your Gmail Account Log in to your new email address to stay in sync with internal communications.

   • GitHub Access Request and confirm access to the research repository and other shared resources.

   • EnjoyHQ Account Set up your login for research repository access and usability testing tools.

   • Logins for TL;DV Account Ensure you have access to TL;DV for meeting summaries and easy review.

   • Access to Hotjar & Google Analytics Get familiar with our data analysis tools for behavioral insights.

2. Familiarize Yourself with Core Tools

• Review Documentation Read through Dev Launchers’ research methodology and past project reports.

• Check Research Workflow Tools Explore UX Research project board on Github for task tracking.

• Join UX Research group on Discord Make sure you’re connected to the appropriate teams on Discord for smooth communication.

1. Meet Key Team Members

• Introduce Yourself to the Research Team Join the UX Researcher Discord channel and introduce yourself to your teammates. Share a little about your background and what you're excited to work on with the team.

• Schedule a 1:1 with Your Team Lead

  Set up a meeting with your team lead to discuss team dynamics, review SMART goals, and clarify expectations for your role.

• Join Your First UX Researcher Meeting

  Be present for the regular team standup to stay in the loop with ongoing work and team initiatives.

• Connect with the Universal Design Team Join one of the weekly meetings with the Universal Design Team to learn about ongoing projects and how research supports the design and product development process.

• Join a monthly Sprint Review Participate in the monthly Sprint Review to understand project progress, challenges, and future goals.

1. Explore Our Knowledge Base

• Review the Research GitBook Familiarize yourself with all the available resources for conducting research at Dev Launchers.

• Check Past Research Projects Browse through case studies, reports, and previous research projects for reference.

Overview

This guide is to help UX Researchers conduct usability tests on mobile devices.

Video Walkthrough

Steps

**link to recruitment sheet