Don't Make Me Think
Don't Make Me Think
Steve Krug
Nick Ganju
About usability and making software and user interfaces that are friendly to people. - Nick Ganju
Garry Tan
The simplest book I recommend everyone to read when they want to do design. - Garry Tan
Brian Armstrong
A framework to simulate how customers experience your product, especially the moments of confusion. - Brian Armstrong
Jeff Atwood
The single best book on usability I've ever read. - Jeff Atwood
Ev Williams
On the "books read" section of Ev Williams' GoodReads profile.
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Don't Make Me Think

Don't Make Me Think, Revisited: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability

Steve Krug
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Steve Krug
4.2
1972
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In the bustling digital age where screens dominate our attention, Steve Krug's "Don’t Make Me Think" emerges as a beacon for those aspiring to craft websites that blend seamlessly into the user's life rather than disrupt it. With its first edition igniting a revolution in web design, this seminal work, now in its third edition, continues to demystify the principles of intuitive navigation and information architecture. Through Krug's engaging narrative and practical insights, readers are guided on a journey to understand the essence of user-friendly design that feels almost second nature to navigate. This book is not merely a read; it's an experience that reshapes how we perceive the digital interfaces that surround us. Revised to address the evolving landscape of the internet, including a new chapter on mobile usability, "Don’t Make Me Think" remains as relevant as ever. Krug's witty and accessible writing style, accompanied by insightful illustrations, transforms complex concepts into digestible and actionable knowledge. It's this unique blend of humor, clarity, and expertise that has cemented the book's status as a must-read for web designers, developers, and anyone interested in creating digital experiences that don’t just function, but delight. Whether you're picking it up for the first time or revisiting its pages, you’ll discover why "Don’t Make Me Think" is considered a cornerstone in the world of web design and usability.

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Released
2000
1 Jan
Length
216
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About usability and making software and user interfaces that are friendly to people. - Nick Ganju
The simplest book I recommend everyone to read when they want to do design. - Garry Tan
The single best book on usability I've ever read. - Jeff Atwood
A framework to simulate how customers experience your product, especially the moments of confusion. - Brian Armstrong
On the "books read" section of Ev Williams' GoodReads profile.
It doesn’t matter how many times I have to click, as long as each click is a mindless, unambiguous choice.
— Steve Krug, Don't Make Me Think

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