User Interview Workshop: A Practical Approach

Explore the Intricacies of Conducting User Interviews

Whether you are starting out your career or have years of experience under your belt, this hands-on workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct insightful user interviews.

With Salva and Dave, you will explore best practices and techniques that can significantly enhance your interviewing abilities, and have the opportunity to put your knowledge into action.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the best interview techniques for extracting meaningful user insights
• Distinguish between effective and ineffective interview questions to ask the right ones.
• Comprehend the structure of a successful interview, including a template.
• Engage in a hands-on activity to practice your newly acquired skills.

Date & Time:
Nov. 29, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Agenda:

• 6:30 - 6:35 pm, Welcome and Intro

---------- Presentation & Q&A ----------

• 6:35 - 7:35 pm, Presentation: Interview Best Practices
• 7:35 - 7:45 pm, Break
• 7:45 - 8:00 pm, Presentation: The Structure of an Interview

---------- Hands-On Activities ----------

• 8:00 - 8:30 pm, Interactive Mock Interview
• 8:30 - 8:50 pm, Hands-On Practice
• 8:50 - 9:00 pm, Q&A

Where:
Microsoft Campus Vancouver-725
725 Granville St Suite 700 · Vancouver, BC
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Meet Our Speakers:
Salva Shirin, a User Experience Researcher leading the UX team at Diaryz, a startup dedicated to improving the mental health of family caregivers. With a PhD in Applied Linguistics and over 12 years of research experience, she has employed both quantitative and qualitative research methods to discover insights which have led to transformative innovations. Her extensive background in academic instruction and leadership, spanning over a decade, has equipped her with a range of valuable soft skills, including collaboration, empathy, problem-solving, strategic thinking, and adaptability.

In her free time, she enjoys hiking, dancing, swimming, savouring lattes, and watching inspirational movies.

Dave Kachman, a Senior User Experience Designer at OXD, an end-to-end design and technology consulting firm in Vancouver. Over the past 10 years, he has been helping guide the design of solutions for OXD’s clients. Dave's efforts include leading research initiatives to uncover exciting opportunities that improve the digital experience and designing innovative and compelling interaction designs. Some of his more recent clients include the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Children’s Services, the Government of BC’s Ministry of Advanced Education, FortisBC, the University of British Columbia, and Kernaghan Adjusters.

When not working, you’ll find Dave riding his snowboard, hiking mountains, running around the city, rocking out at live music concerts, cheering on his favourite team—the Edmonton Oilers—or learning to shred on his guitar.

Spaces are Limited, RSVP Now.
RSVP now to secure your spot and take a step closer to becoming a more proficient UX designer. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early.

Where do the fees go?
VanUE relies on the kindness and generosity of sponsors and volunteers to run events that break even. We ask for a small fee to help us cover the costs of organizing the events. We use the money from the events to fund future events or speakers, or sometimes to pay for part of a social activity after an event.