UI Spec Reviews

As the spec writing process starts to gather steam, routine check-ins and reviews need to occur to ensure accuracy, and more importantly, capture any missed issues or conflicts/confusions with other…

On UI specs…

UI specs should capture the following pieces of data: consistent terminology, pixel-level measurements, annotated screenshots (see prior post on how to create accurate images for specs), behavioral descriptions beyond the…

Good design (per Dieter Rams)

I have this linked in another post, but it’s certainly worth its own explicit posting for folks to link to for future reference: Dieter Rams 10 Principles of Good Design…

Swiss Inspiration

One of the time-tested designs that still provides value and utility is good ol’ Swiss graphic and information design, characterized by a highly refined rational structure with minimal “embellishments” (ie,…

Software Design Resources

Here’s a listing of some resources that I provided at a recent guest lecture for design students at San Jose State University. Enjoy! —— Notes on the Software Design Process…