Define research objectives and key questions
6wChoose research methodology — moderated vs unmoderated
6wRecruit participants — screener survey and criteria
5wCreate discussion guide — tasks and probes
5wPrototype preparation — build testable click-through flows
5wConduct pilot test session — dry run with internal teammate
5wAffinity mapping session — synthesize pilot test findings
5wResearch report template — findings, insights, and recommendations
5wUsability test task scenarios — write 5 core tasks
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