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cognitive-biases

Applies cognitive bias insights to product design and decision-making.

Updated Nov 8, 2022
Search Tags:#ethics#product-design#user-experience#cognitive-bias#social-proof#behavioral-economics#pricing-strategies
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Source: https://github.com/abhilash-nandkumar/dot_config/tree/main/opencode/skills/cognitive-biases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/abhilash-nandkumar/dot_config --skill cognitive-biases-abhilash-nandkumar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Cognitive biases shape how users think and decide, and this guide helps product teams apply those insights ethically to improve experiences and avoid manipulative patterns.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • A catalog of core biases with practical design implications for onboarding, pricing, and decision-making.
  • An ethics-focused decision framework and actionable best practices for design reviews and experiments.
  • Real-world examples, checklists, and integration tips to align product goals with user welfare.

Quick Start

Identify the user task and map applicable biases to each decision point, then test ethically.

Frequently Asked Questions about cognitive-biases

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
What is cognitive bias in user experience design?▼

Cognitive bias in user experience design involves applying psychological insights to how users think and decide. This approach helps product teams shape user decisions ethically during onboarding, pricing, and feature prioritization.

How do I apply cognitive bias insights to product pricing strategies?▼

Apply cognitive bias insights to pricing strategies by mapping applicable biases to each pricing decision point using the catalog, then validate designs against the ethics-focused decision framework during reviews.

Can I use behavioral economics concepts for ethical UX design?▼

Yes, you can use behavioral economics concepts for ethical UX design by leveraging the integrated decision framework and best practices to align product goals with user welfare while avoiding manipulative patterns.

What's the best way to map social proof to onboarding flows?▼

Map social proof to onboarding flows by identifying the user task, applying relevant bias insights from the catalog to each decision point, and testing the implementation ethically.

Are there limitations to using cognitive bias frameworks during usability testing?▼

A limitation of using cognitive bias frameworks during usability testing is the risk of manipulative patterns. Mitigate this by applying the ethics-focused decision framework to align product goals with user welfare.

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