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Design Theory · Web Usability

Don't Make Me Think, Revisited

Steve Krug · 3rd edition · 2014

💎 PremiumBeginner★★★★★216 pagesISBN 978-0321965516

The classic guide to web usability. Short, witty, and packed with practical advice on making websites intuitive.

Why you should read this
Can be read in 2 hours. The ROI on reading this book is infinite — it will improve every website you ever build.

Key Topics

Web UsabilityNavigation DesignHomepage DesignMobile UsabilityUsability TestingVisual Hierarchy

Chapters (5)

1Don't Make Me Think6 key concepts

The first law of usability — self-evident design

2How We Really Use the Web8 key concepts

Scanning, satisficing, muddling through

3Billboard Design 10110 key concepts

Visual hierarchy, formatting for scanning

4Animal, Vegetable, Mineral8 key concepts

Making choices mindless, clear navigation

5Mobile Usability12 key concepts

Responsive design, touch targets, mobile-first

Real-World Applications
  • Website redesigns
  • App UX improvement
  • E-commerce conversion
  • Government portals
Best For
Web developersUX beginnersProduct ownersStartup founders

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