The Design of Everyday Things
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The Design of Everyday Things

Donald A. Norman

The cognitive psychology of good design

★ 4.3 (365 Ratings) ◷ 18 Minutes ☰ 9 Sections ◉ Text + audio
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This book explores the cognitive psychology of good design and what makes a product that responds to users’ needs. The author develops the common barriers to good design, how to reduce and fix errors, and how to bring users and technology closer together.

About the author

Donald Norman is Professor Emeritus of Cognitive Science at the University of California, San Diego. His other books include the best-selling Emotional Design and Living with Complexity.

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  • Designers, product managers, distributors, creators and manufacturers
  • Anyone who teaches design or other disciplines requiring creativity and inventiveness from their employees

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