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User Friendly
416 pages, 2019
User Friendly: Designing Better Products for Your Users , written by Cliff Kuang and published by Rockport Publishers, is an insightful book about how design is shaping our behavior and the world we live in. Kuang has been a UX designer for more than twenty years and has worked with more than fifty companies across different industries, including Microsoft and Nike.
He won several awards for his journalism and is also a fantastic writer. User Friendly blends research, professional design experience, and common sense real-life examples that expose the underappreciated history of design—it will change how you think about user experience design and the world around you.
In User Friendly, Robert Fabricant emphasizes the importance of user experience in product design. He suggests that a product's success is largely determined by how easy it is for consumers to use. So, if you're designing a product, it's crucial to put yourself in the shoes of the user and see things from their perspective.
Fabricant takes us on a journey through the history of design, showing how it has evolved over time. He explores how design has moved from being purely functional to being about creating an emotional connection with the user. This book will make you see design in a whole new light.
One of the key messages in User Friendly is the power of empathy in design. Fabricant argues that understanding the needs and feelings of users is crucial in creating products that people love. So, if you're a designer, this book will inspire you to dig deeper into the minds of your users.
Fabricant also explores the role of technology in user experience. He suggests that while technology can enhance user experience, it can also complicate it. This book will make you think about how you can use technology to improve user experience, without making your product too complex.
In User Friendly, Fabricant also looks into the future of design. He suggests that as technology continues to evolve, so too will design. This book will inspire you to stay ahead of the curve and keep up with the latest trends in design.
