Description
Book SynopsisUser interface design is a challenging, multi-disciplinary activity that requires an understanding of a wide range of concepts and techniques that are often subjective and even conflicting. This title explains how to design intuitive user interfaces by focusing on effective human communication.
Trade Review"Here [McKay] offers a guide to designing user interfaces by drawing on principles and common-sense insight about communication. There are no prerequisites, he says, no assumptions about the reader's field or level of experience." --Reference and Research Book News, October 2013 "The best teammate a designer can have is a communication specialist to look over your shoulder. Having Everett's book is the next best thing to having him on your team." --Bert Keely, Architect of Windows Pen and Touch "McKay practices what he preaches – UI is Communication is relevant, readable, entertaining, and chock full of useful examples." --Carolyn Snyder, Snyder Consulting
Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: Communication Design Principles Chapter 2: Interaction Design Chapter 3: Visual Design Chapter 4: Communicating to People Chapter 5: A Communication-driven Design Process Chapter 6: UI Design Case Studies Conclusion Glossary
