Usability engineering /

Written by the author of the best-selling HyperText & HyperMedia, this book is an excellent guide to the methods of usability engineering. The book provides the tools needed to avoid usability surprises and improve product quality. Step-by-step information on which method to use at various stage...

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Main Author: Nielsen, Jakob, 1957-
Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Morgan Kaufmann, 1994.
Series:Interactive technologies.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Written by the author of the best-selling HyperText & HyperMedia, this book is an excellent guide to the methods of usability engineering. The book provides the tools needed to avoid usability surprises and improve product quality. Step-by-step information on which method to use at various stages during the development lifecycle are included, along with detailed information on how to run a usability test and the unique issues relating to international usability. * Emphasizes cost-effective methods that developers can implement immediately * Instructs readers about which methods to use when, throughout the development lifecycle, which ultimately helps in cost-benefit analysis. * Shows readers how to avoid the four most frequently listed reasons for delay in software projects. * Includes detailed information on how to run a usability test. * Covers unique issues of international usability. * Features an extensive bibliography allowing readers to find additional information. * Written by an internationally renowned expert in the field and the author of the best-selling HyperText & HyperMedia.
Item Description:Title from publisher supplied information (viewed November 30, 2012).
Physical Description:1 online resource
ISBN:0125184069
9780125184069