Usability Engineering
About this book
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.
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Table of contents
- Front Cover
- Usability Engineering
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Audience
- Teaching Usability Engineering
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1. Executive Summary
- Chapter 2. What Is Usability?
- Chaper 3. Generations of User Interfaces
- Chapter 4. The Usability Engineering Lifecycle
- Chapters 5. Usability Heuristics
- Chapter 6. Usability Testing
- Chapter 7. Usability Assessment Methods beyond Testing
- Chapter 8. Interface Standards
- Chapter 9. International User Interfaces
- Chapter 10. Future Developments
- Appendix A: Exercises
- Appendix B: Bibliography
- Author Index
- Subject Index
