8th
May
2002
“For some time now I have been searching for a good description of what information architecture is. Mostly I have found sites dedicated to ia that offer resource material but they don’t actually explain what it is. I have had people ask me what it is and I’ve been unable to give a decent description myself. Well, I’m going to try now. Once and for all.”
posted in Information architecture | Permalink |
8th
May
2002
“A simplified system of 500 signs is proposed to enhance the communication abilities of hearing, but nonspeaking, autistic, mentally retarded, and aphasic individuals, as well as their caregivers. The system contains formationally modified signs originally collected from more than 20 formal sign language dictionaries, and invented signs for the specific needs of the special populations.”
posted in Language | Permalink |
8th
May
2002
A huge font resource compiled by Luc Devroye. Includes Fonts by language, Freeware/shareware fonts, Learning and reading about typography and much, much more.
posted in Typography | Permalink |
8th
May
2002
“I’m a fan of art and beauty, of aesthetically pleasing design. Up to recently, however, I could not make the connection between usability and aesthetics — they were distinct spheres of my life. Now, however, I have figured out the relationship.” By Don Norman
posted in Usability | Permalink |
8th
May
2002
“When a client asks if you can do something in a meeting or on the phone, don’t say yes or no immediately, even if you think you know the answer. Listen to the problem to get a full understanding of the issue. Repeat the problem back to the client to make sure you’ve got it straight, then respond that you need time to review the request. By reviewing the suggestion after the meeting, then explaining your recommendation — including proposed alternatives if the original request can’t be implemented — you set the precedent that there’s a process to follow.”
posted in Web development | Permalink |
