New Book: Focuses on the art of Building Great User Experience in Software

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suggested by maria krinsky on 2010/01/28

I have a book you may be interested in checking out. “Effective UI: The Art of Building Great User Experience in Software,” is a comprehensive resource for business and product managers trying to get innovative products funded and successfully built, software professionals struggling to advance the cause of better UX and anyone else who needs to effectively advocate for and deliver on the promise of higher-quality software.

O’Reilly Media published “Effective UI” as a guide to getting management support, employing successful product management strategies and ensuring a management style that fosters a user-centered focus and collaborative environment, from working with the design and development teams to handling business and staffing needs.

Some key takeaways from the book:

* “Effective UI” provides an overview of what UX is, what a good UX accomplishes and why engagement and a good UX matter. 
* The book details how to win support for a better UX, educate key stakeholders and quantify the business value of a good UX.
* “Effective UI” addresses the problems inherent to traditional planning and project requirements and suggests alternative approaches to help eliminate uncertainty and the unknown when developing software. 
* The book recommends the ideal characteristics and composition of a successful project team, with special emphasis on the critical roles of stakeholders and the project leader.

Is there any interest? If so, I’m happy to get you a copy of the book.
Cheers,

Maria Krinsky