This document discusses the principles of user-centered design. It emphasizes the importance of understanding users, conducting research to learn about their needs and tasks, and involving users throughout the design process. Some key user research methods mentioned include wants and needs analysis, card sorting, group task analysis, and contextual interviews. The document stresses that good design starts with the user, and that innovation comes from addressing the right problems for the target users.

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