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10+ Best Articles on User Research

The most useful articles on user research from around the web, curated by thought leaders and our community.

Refind focuses on timeless pieces and updates the list whenever new, must-read articles or videos are discovered.

Top 5 User Research Articles

At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved on user research by Refind users in 2024 so far.

  1. When to Use Which User-Experience Research Methods
  2. User Research is Overrated
  3. UX Your Life: Applying The User-Centered Process To Your Life (And Stuff)
  4. User Research: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Customers and Making Better UX Decisions
  5. The art and science of great customer interviews

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