> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.idew.org/project-internet-of-things/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.idew.org/project-internet-of-things/project-instructions/1-discover-and-define-problem/1.5-user-research.md).

# 1.5 User Research

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Conduct user research by interviewing potential users (or other stakeholders) for your smart device and web app. Analyze your interview data to create a [persona and scenario](https://docs.idew.org/principles-and-practices/practices/design-practices/personas) of a typical user, which will help inform and guide your design process.

[Persona Template](https://drive.google.com/open?id=1osCQyHANhkd-mhSi3pqS-eDHLCoJ6HWfLkiK4UPMOkI)

### **❏ Deliverable**

Submit your team's interview questions, interview data, and persona.
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![](/files/-LHihAZi928bYbVXgmyz)
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| **✓- Below Standard**                                                                                                                            | **✓ Meets Standard**                                                                                                                                                                         | **✓+ Exceeds Standard**                                                                                                                                                                                                          |
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| Interview questions and persona are provided but lack clarity and offer limited value in understanding potential users/stakeholders for product. | Interview questions reveal valuable information about users/stakeholders. Persona provides thoughtful description of users/stakeholders that will guide the design of an effective solution. | Numerous and diverse set of people are interviewed, representing users and other key stakeholders. Multiple personas are created, providing insightful descriptions that will bring exceptional focus to the team's design work. |
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