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| Criterion |  UX Research HEART Framework |  Architecture C4 Model |
|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Helps clarify observations, needs, and patterns in concrete terms. It groups observations into patterns, questions, and decisions. The result is captured as a HEART-GSM table and dashboard. | The C4 Model makes a system legible across several resolution levels, from context down to code. It suits situations where different audiences need to understand the same architecture from different altitudes. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 120 min initial, dann laufend | 1-4 h |
Participantsdifferent | 3-6 | 1-5 |
Formatsame | Workshop + async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | HEART-GSM Table, Dashboard | Context Diagram, Container Diagram, Component Diagram |
Tagsno overlap | MetricsUX researchMeasurementSatisfaction | ArchitectureCommunicationVisualization |
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