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Don't Make Me Think

Book • 2000
Don't Make Me Think is a book that focuses on the principles of human–computer interaction and web usability.

It argues that good software programs and websites should allow users to accomplish their tasks as easily and directly as possible.

The book highlights the importance of designing for scanning rather than reading, using conventions and visual hierarchies, and conducting usability testing.

It also includes updated chapters on mobile usability and practical advice on navigation structure and user-centered design.

The book is known for its brevity, wit, and use of real-life examples to illustrate good and bad design practices.

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Mentioned in 18 episodes

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Stewart Butterfield
as a mantra to replace reducing friction, focusing instead on simplifying software and avoiding making users think.
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Mentioned by Jasmin Alić as one of his favorite books, highlighting its psychological principles applicable to copywriting.
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Scott Berkun
as an explainer book on good design.
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Jerod Santo
as a crucial book that highlights how important search is for UX.
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Chris Do
to reinforce the importance of user-friendly design.
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Adam Stacoviak
when discussing user experience in web development and the importance of simplifying the login process.
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Passkeys for a passwordless future (Interview)
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Kipp Bodnar
as an important book for marketers.
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Nolan Hames
as an old book on the early days of web design, containing laws of usability.
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Mentioned by Cass Sunstein as a book on website design about making website design intuitive.
93. Getting Rid of Sludge for Good with Cass Sunstein
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Art Kleiner
as one of the famous books on user interfaces.
93: The AI Dilemma: Responsible AI, Bias & Human Values with Art Kleiner

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