Customer Review: I am a technical manager in the software industry. I am responsible for the SDLC, manage developers, and perform code reviews, while still occasionally contributing code - generally architecture and technical spikes. I mention this because I feel this gives me a good perspective on books like this,... more info
Customer Review: I really like this book because to me it seems to have an air of 'this is the way we see it, but if you think this or that is better by all means do that'. I find a lot of authors on the subject give you 'their' view on thing whereas Sharp, Rogers & Preece sort of seem to show you what's out... more info
Customer Review: Book is very well written, and covers all the topics necessary and with the necessary detail to grasp the concepts related to human interface design. Highly recommend this book to anyone!!
Customer Review: The book covers the subject matter very broadly, but lacks in-depth detail and practical applications. It could be more concise in sections (especially about the author)and more in-depth in usage, application, and research.
Customer Review: The ideas are interesting ones. I think its important for people to realize how ubiquitous technology has become in every area of our lives, including love and sex. This wasn't as shocking as I originally thought, but I am a researcher in the field (AI and HCI), so I have some experience and know... more info
Customer Review: This is a basic introduction to InfoVis, covering topics from human perception to improving the decision-making processes with visualizations. It is worth having if you are in the field or are serious about improving your visualizations. Some of the negative comments in reviews must refer to... more info
Customer Review: One of the strong sides of this book is that it makes it really easy for the reader - things are generally summarised and repeated exactly in the right places. It can serve as an introduction to the world of phenomenology, sociology and philosophy as pertaining to Human-Computer Interfaces.
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Customer Review: Clark presents an argument that we do not need to implant microchips or electronic prostheses in our body to become Cyborgs, - We are already Cyborgs. The argument is based in our natural ability to use tools and technics to enhance our capabilities for movement, cognition and perception. The... more info
Customer Review: I had Dumas (one of the authors) for a Testing & Analysis master level class at Bentley College (the semester before he retired; I wish I could have waited, so I actually would have gotten something for my 3000+). He was a horrible teacher, the worst in the program. Reminded me of Ferris... more info