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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

To bridge the knowledge gap for users, we focused on reducing the complexity of our application rather than adding new features, which often increases the knowledge required to use it.

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How to Build Products Users Love with Kevin Hale (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 7)

@ Y Combinator

How to Build Products Users Love with Kevin Hale (How to Start a Startup 2014: Lecture 7)

03/25/17

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Kevin Hale

09/07/19

@ Y Combinator

Every interface problem aims to close the knowledge gap, either by increasing the user's knowledge or decreasing the knowledge required to use the product.

Brian Donohue

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I focus on building a product that is simple for the majority of users while hiding advanced features for power users who seek them out.

Werner Vogels

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When launching new products, we focus on a minimal feature set to ensure reliability, then iterate based on customer usage and feedback.

Kevin Hale

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To solve user interface problems, I use the knowledge spectrum framework, which identifies the knowledge gap between the user and the product.

Tracy Young

06/12/19

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Simplicity was key in our product development. We focused on providing easy access to construction information on mobile devices.

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When starting with a minimum viable product, it's crucial to progressively disclose features to avoid overwhelming users with a steep learning curve.

Aravind Srinivas

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The challenge lies in balancing the need for accurate information with the user experience, ensuring that users can quickly find what they need without unnecessary complexity.

David Siegel

09/02/23

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When designing an app, it's crucial to simplify the interface to avoid overwhelming users with too many options.

John Ousterhout

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Good software design helps manage complexity by either eliminating it or using modular design to hide it, allowing users to interact with simpler interfaces.