user-research

Generate user research plans, interview guides, and synthesis outputs.

Updated Apr 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sun2443/designer-skills --skill user-research-sun2443
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Skill: user-research
Source: https://github.com/sun2443/designer-skills/tree/main/design/skills/user-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sun2443/designer-skills --skill user-research-sun2443

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

User research planning, execution, and synthesis become scattered and inconsistent, making it hard to turn user insights into clear decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research planning: Define objectives, choose methods, and map timelines and participants to the right study type.
  • Interview & testing materials: Generate structured interview guides, usability test flows, and research questions with probes.
  • Insight synthesis: Convert findings into themes and prioritized recommendations using frameworks like affinity mapping, journey mapping, and jobs to be done.
  • Example use case: Run customer interviews and usability testing to understand why onboarding feels confusing, then produce a synthesis report that turns observations into actionable recommendations.

Quick Start

Plan a user research study to validate onboarding improvements by creating a research plan, an interview guide, and a synthesis framework for the findings.

Frequently Asked Questions about user-research

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

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How do I create a user research plan for usability testing?

To create a user research plan for usability testing, define your study objectives, select appropriate methods with sample sizes, and map timelines and participants to the right study type, ensuring your research synthesis yields actionable product insights.

What is the best way to structure an interview guide for user research?

The best way to structure an interview guide is to generate organized research questions with specific probes tailored to your study objectives, ensuring consistent data collection for reliable qualitative analysis during user interviews.

Can I use this for survey design and diary studies?

Yes, you can use this for survey design and diary studies. The planning framework applies to multiple research types including user interviews, usability testing, card sorting, and A/B testing for comprehensive product and UX decision-making.

How do I synthesize user research findings into prioritized themes?

To synthesize user research findings into prioritized themes, apply frameworks like affinity mapping, journey mapping, and jobs to be done, organizing raw observations into actionable recommendations for product decisions.

What methods are supported for UX research synthesis?

Supported methods for UX research synthesis include affinity mapping, journey mapping, and jobs to be done frameworks, converting findings from user interviews and usability testing into prioritized product recommendations.