At the next meetup…
January 6, 2009
CS4 Features Exposed!
Are you interested in what new and shiny functionality Adobe has added to the suite of tools used by most designers? David Mead will share points of interest from Fireworks and Dreamweaver based on his experience as a beta tester.
David Mead davidjohnmead.com
David Mead has been building websites for over a decade either as a freelancer or for various successful companies including Progressive, Optiem, and Spinnaker Consulting. Now a resident of Ohio, David originally hailed from Essex. (That's England, by gum!) David is passionate about web standards and is a driving force behind Refresh Cleveland.
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At previous meetings…
November 14, 2008
November Social Gathering
As the holidays loom nearby, the Cleveland Web Standards Association will be taking a brief respite from “presenting” a topic in favor of a purely social gathering. Attendees are encouraged to bring a date/spouse/friend with them, if they so choose.
Since the cafe is only open until 10pm, we will continue to be social at one of the local pubs on Coventry or Lee. We will determine that at the Cafe when we are there.
Time & Location:
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October 8, 2008
User Research in the Design Process
Ever stared at a blank Photoshop screen and just needed to “get started designing”? Ever been handed a 40 page spec sheet that you needed to build from? Ever wonder if this feature should even be built in the first place?
Not to be confused with usability testing—user research can help get client, designer and developer all on the same side of the table. A solid understanding of the user leads not only to true “usability” but even better ideas to build in the first place. With the right combination of tools and process—even designers and developers will demand user research with every project to the benefit of all.
Vince Frantz frantzid.com
Vince Frantz is an information designer and principal of Frantz I.D. Since 1996, he has spearheaded a broad scope of design projects across web, intra/extranet, print and motion media. Prior to that, Vince was an interaction designer and illustrator at Root Learning, Inc. After many years doing design and development, in 2005 he began designing a new form of organization that would enhance the user centered design and development process. In June of 2006, Sprokets launched as his own “ideal client” that would always align business strategy with end-user needs. Vince also founded the non-profit Public Square Group to help cities in Northeast Ohio employ a user centered approach to the design and development of sustainable skateboard parks.
September 2, 2008
Form Design Roundtable: The Sequel
Forms—We all use them. They are implemented in nearly every website in the known universe. From design to data collection to validation, this is the topic that keeps on giving.
The previous roundtable discussion on forms scratched the surface of this topic, leaving participants wanting more. September's gathering delivers just that. Come prepared to gain and share best practices for secure and sexy forms.
