Pilot Testing in UX Research

Summary: Pilot testing involves conducting one or two test sessions to evaluate the design of a usability study. It checks for any issues before the actual testing phase, leading to more reliable results.

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Megan Chan is an Experience Specialist with Nielsen Norman Group. She uses her expertise in user research, interaction design, and storytelling to guide product and business decisions. Megan consults clients across various industries and trains UX professionals around the world.

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