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Smashing UX Design
Author: Jesmond J. AllenPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470970626
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
The ultimate guide to UX from the world’s most popular resource for web designers and developers Smashing Magazine is the world′s most popular resource for web designers and developers and with this book the authors provide the ideal resource for mastering User Experience Design (UX). The authors provide an overview of UX and User Centred Design and examine in detail sixteen of the most common UX design and research tools and techniques for your web projects. The authors share their top tips from their collective 30 years of working in UX including: Guides to when and how to use the most appropriate UX research and design techniques such as usability testing, prototyping, wire framing, sketching, information architecture & running workshops How to plan UX projects to suit different budgets, time constraints and business objectives Case studies from real UX projects that explain how particular techniques were used to achieve the client's goals Checklists to help you choose the right UX tools and techniques for the job in hand Typical user and business requirements to consider when designing business critical pages such as homepages, forms, product pages and mobile interfaces as well as explanations of key things to consider when designing for mobile, internationalization and behavioural change. Smashing UX Design is the complete UX reference manual. Treat it as the UX expert on your bookshelf that you can read from cover-to-cover, or to dip into as the need arises, regardless of whether you have 'UX' in your job title or not.
Author: William LidwellPrinciples of Web Design: The Web Warrior Series
Author: Joel SklarPublisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781285852645
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 672
Book Description
Joel Sklar has written the definitive text for Web site design, PRINCIPLES OF WEB DESIGN, Sixth Edition guiding your students through the entire Web site creation process, while developing and enhancing your HTML, CSS, and visual design skills along the way. Now updated to include the latest Web design technologies and trends, this Sixth Edition features all-new sections on HTML5, CSS3, CSS page layouts, and enhanced navigation as well as technical updates and new screen shots throughout. Beginning with the Web design environment and the principles of sound Web design, your students will continue to planning site layout and navigation, and progress to Web typography, colors and images, working with CSS, and more. Armed with a priceless understanding and plenty of hands-on activities, students will gain a solid foundation of designing successful, standards-based Web sites that are portable across different operating systems, browsers, and Web devices. Companion site available at no additional cost www.joelsklar.com/pwd5. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Principles of Web Design
Author: Joel SklarPublisher:
ISBN: 9780619015268
Category : Web sites
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Part of the new Web Warrior Series, a cutting edge Web development Series dedicated to providing coverage of the latest in emerging Internet and Web technologies.This title helps users plan and develop well-designed Web sites that combine effective navigation with the judicious use of graphics, text, and color. Building on the user's HTML skills, users enhance Web pages and gain a critical eye for evaluating Web site design.
Web Design Principles
Author: S. Ken CulpPublisher: Needle Rat Business
ISBN: 9781935715078
Category : Cascading style sheets
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
An introduction to Web design that provides a broad description of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, this resource builds the reader's knowledge step by step, starting with simple HTML but quickly progressing into more advanced interactive Web pages. It includes many helpful examples that can be used in real-world Web sites, along with a comprehensive CSS style guide as a handy reference.
Principles of Web Design
Author: Brian D. MillerPublisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1621537889
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 497
Book Description
Learn everything there is to know, from project planning through marketing and analytics, about Web design! Principles of Web Design is a book about the fundamentals of clear graphic communication within the context of Web design. Author Brian D. Miller is a sought-after expert in developing product and digital branding strategies for emerging startups and Fortune 500 organizations. In Principles of Web Design, he will teach the reader the tricks of the trade and everything one should know about web design through easy, step-by-step guides and with full-color illustrations. The book has three sections, which follow the cycle of a typical Web project: PLAN: This section focuses on the predesign phase of a Web project. Everything from project planning and brief writing to information architecture and responsive grid creation will be covered. DESIGN: The second section of Priciples of Web Design explores the enduring principles of design and the nuances that are specific to the field of Web design. OPTIMIZE: Finally, we close the loop and discover ways to enable your client to maximize the investment they’ve made in their Web site with marketing and analytics.
The Principles of Beautiful Web Design
Author: Jason BeairdPublisher: SitePoint Pty Ltd
ISBN: 109812474X
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
The Principles of Beautiful Web Design is the ideal book for anyone who wants to design stunning websites that provide a great user experience. Perhaps you're a developer who wants to understand how to make your applications more visually appealing, or you're a novice who wants to start on the path to becoming a designer. This book will teach you how to: Understand what makes "good design," from discovery through to implementation Use color effectively, develop color schemes, and create a palette Create pleasing layouts using grids, the rule of thirds, and symmetry Employ textures: lines, points, shapes, volumes, and depth Apply typography to make ordinary designs look great Choose, edit, and position effective imagery This easy-to-follow guide is illustrated with beautiful, full-color examples, and will lead you through the process of creating great designs from start to finish. The fourth edition of this bestselling book has been greatly revised and now features: Updated and expanded coverage responsive web design techniques A new sample project New sections on pattern libraries and how design fits on modern app development workflows Common user-interface patterns and resources
Principles of Web Design
Author: Joel SklarPublisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9780538747578
Category : Web sites
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The ultimate guide to Web site design, Principles of Web Design, 4e, International Edition leads you through the entire Web site creation process, from start to finish, while developing and enhancing your HTML, CSS, and visual design skills along the way. You'll begin by learning about the Web design environment and the principles of sound Web design, continue to planning site layout and navigation, and progress to Web typography, colors and images, working with CSS, and more. Updated to include the latest Web design technologies and trends, this Fourth Edition features all-new sections on Web accessibility, standards-based coding, and CSS positioning, as well as technical updates and new screen shots throughout. Armed with valuable knowledge and plenty of hands-on activities, you will gain a solid understanding of designing successful, standards-based Web sites that are portable across different operating systems, browsers, and connection speeds.
Above the Fold
Author: Brian D MillerPublisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440323127
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 560
Book Description
This is a different kind of web design book. Above the Fold is not about timely design or technology trends; instead, this book is about the timeless fundamentals of effective communication within the context of web design. It is intended to help you, the reader, understand the considerations that web designers make when developing successful websites. Above the Fold is divided into three sections: Design & Typography Planning & Usability Business Value Each section represents a phase in the continuous cycle of web design. It's the balance among design, usability, and return on investment that makes a website truly great. Topics covered in Above the Fold include: What makes web design unique The history of web design Anatomy of a web page White space and grid use in web design The elements of web design: color, texture, imagery, scale, depth, animation, and variability Web typography, including web-safe type, images of type, and font replacement and embedding Web project planning Information architecture, including site maps, wireframes, and user flow diagrams The elements of usability: navigation, breadcrumbs, links, search, submission forms, and error messaging Search engine optimization Online marketing, including banner ads, viral and social marketing, on-site marketing, and email marketing Web statistics and analysis
