Abstract
Usability evaluation environments are used for many purposes from testing products or software, to education and training sessions, to holding interviews or focus groups. “Labs” vary from sophisticated setups with ceiling-mounted cameras, one-way mirrors, and observation rooms, to lightweight cameras connected to a notebook computer. Our panelists come from many different backgrounds, both corporate and consulting. We will discuss hot topics in the creation of both standing labs (permanent installations) and portable setups, such as: what is the minimum needed to get started? Do you really need a standing lab? A one-way mirror? Is video necessary or is screen capture enough? Is audio enough? Do you need data logging software? Please join us if you are about to create your first usability setup, if you are considering building a standing lab, or if you have a usability setup and are choosing upgrades or renovations. Panelists will take 30 minutes to introduce themselves, and for the next 45 minutes we will take both questions and advice from the audience.
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