Boxes and Arrows

JUNE 29, 2009

Introduction The role of the interaction designer is to specify the interface’s behaviors and elements, so that engineers know what to build and how the product should operate. However, designers should be aware of a wiki’s benefits and drawbacks for documentation, since UI specs uniquely reflect a project and its context.

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Boxes and Arrows

SEPTEMBER 18, 2008

Yes, this is for all of you out there—my fellow usability practitioners, information architects, designers, managers, project leads, editors, and people who are looking to develop their UX practice. But do we, as designers and usability practitioners, always help them do it? I say, “No.” Is it quick?

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Boxes and Arrows

DECEMBER 5, 2009

In the early stage, wireframes act as a tool for exploration and concept development, when sweeping changes are expected and encouraged. As the project continues, parts of the wireframe begin to be “locked down&# as functionality is reviewed and “signed-off.&# Image credit: Henrik Olsen.

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