User Research Methods

A domain-specific skill providing structured methodologies for understanding users through research. This skill covers the complete research lifecycle from planning through synthesis and reporting.

When to Use

• Planning user research studies for new or existing products
• Conducting user interviews to understand needs and behaviors
• Creating behavioral personas based on research data
• Mapping user journeys to identify pain points and opportunities
• Designing and running usability tests
• Synthesizing research findings into actionable insights

Research Method Selection

Choose research methods based on what you need to learn and where you are in the product lifecycle.

Method Selection Matrix