2014
Stop Wasting Users' Time | Smashing Magazine
by dzc & 1 otherTaking Time To Improve Performance. CAPTCHA: The Ultimate Time-Waster. Don’t Make Users Correct “Their” Mistakes In Forms. Why Are Passwords So Complicated ? Pay Special Attention To Repetitive Tasks
2012
2011
2010
ignore the code: Realism in UI Design
by SponeThe history of the visual design of user interfaces can be described as a gradual change towards more realism. As computers have become faster, designers have added increasingly realistic details such as color, 3D effects, shadows, translucency, and even simple physics. Some of these changes have helped usability. Shadows behind windows help us see which window is active. The physicality of the iPhone’s user interface makes the device more natural to use.
2009
2008
Official Google Blog: What makes a design "Googley"?
by kuroyagi & 1 other"A small team gathered to discuss these questions and define the Googley Design Principles:
1. Focus on people—their lives, their work, their dreams.
2. Every millisecond counts.
3. Simplicity is powerful.
4. Engage beginners and attract experts.
5. Dare to innovate.
6. Design for the world.
7. Plan for today's and tomorrow's business.
8. Delight the eye without distracting the mind.
9. Be worthy of people's trust.
10. Add a human touch."
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