User-centered Information Design for Improved Software Usability (Computing Library) - Hardcover

Henry, Pradeep

 
9780890069462: User-centered Information Design for Improved Software Usability (Computing Library)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0890069468 ISBN 13: 9780890069462
Publisher: Artech House Publishers, 1998

Synopsis

This text helps the reader generate clear, effective documentation that is tailored to the information requirements of the end-user. Written for technical writers and their managers, quality assurance experts, and software engineers, the book describes a user-centered information design method (UCID) that should help ensure documentation conveys significant information for the user. The UCID shows how to: integrate the four major information components of a software system - user interface labels, messages, online and printed documentation; make sure these elements work together to improve usability; deploy iterative design and prototyping procedures that minimize flaws and save time and money; and guide technical writers effectively.

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About the Author

Pradeep Henry has more than 10 years professional experience in technical communication and usability engineering. He has written and edited for IBM's programming labs worldwide, and has designed and taught corporate courses in technical communication and user interface design. He received a B.S. in Physics and an M.A. in English, both from the University of Madras.

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Publisher
Artech House Publishers
Publication date
1998
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0890069468
ISBN 13 
9780890069462
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
280