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The Thoughtless Design of Everyday Things
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Product Details
Author:
Karl Wiegers
Format:
Paperback
Pages:
320
Publisher:
J. Ross Publishing (February 16, 2021)
Language:
English
ISBN-13:
9781604271782
ISBN-10:
1604271787
Dimensions:
6" x 9" x 0.7"
Case Pack:
30
File:
Eloquence-IPG_03192026_P9854863_onix30_Complete-20260319.xml
Folder:
Eloquence
List Price:
$37.95
As low as:
$36.05
Publisher Identifier:
P-IPG
Discount Code:
H
Weight:
16.96oz
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
Pub Discount:
32
Imprint:
J. Ross Publishing
Overview
Have you ever noticed how many products appear to be designed by someone who has never used a product of that kind before? Nearly everyone has encountered websites, software apps, cars, appliances, and other products that made them wonder what the designers were thinking. The Thoughtless Design of Everyday Things presents more than 150 examples of products that violate nine fundamental design principles, along with suggestions for improving many of the flawed user interfaces and other design problems. These examples of thoughtless design reveal 70 specific lessons that designers ought to heed as they craft the user experience. This book describes numerous specific practices for enhancing product usability through usage-centered design strategies. You’ll also see more than 40 products that exhibit particularly thoughtful designs, the kinds of products that surprise and delight users. Whether you're a designer, a product development manager, or a thoughtful and curious consumer, you'll find The Thoughtless Design of Everyday Things engaging, informative, and insightful.
