Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Emily Smith is an information architect and usability consultant for the web and Apple devices. She co-works with other web professionals in Greenville, SC and can be found online at emilysmith.cc.

Emily Smith

App ideas follow us around everywhere. I went to the salon last month and heard about my stylist’s “money maker” idea. At a friend’s house last week I heard yet another app idea. My... Read More
Digging around the web will unearth a heavy bias against the fold. “A rule of thumb that kills innovation.” “Used by people who don’t know what they’re talking about.” “A concept... Read More
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The role of search in your site can be a hot topic. Sometimes there is pressure to make it a giant bandage to cover poor navigational structure, and other times it’s included just because “every... Read More
 
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Do you ever have trouble selling your work to your colleagues or clients? Do people listen when you talk? Do people seek you out to ask for your opinion? Whether you’re working within your company... Read More
 
 
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Do you ever have trouble selling your work to your colleagues or clients? Do people listen when you talk? Do people seek you out to ask for your opinion? Read More
 
word of mouth
Whether you are an information architect or user experience designer that creates wireframes or you're a one-person shop who does it all, you'll find these tips helpful for presenting your work to... Read More
 
wooden-people
Run your IA meetings the way developers wish you would! Four tips to consider when presenting to this unique audience.Read More
 
iBooks iPhone interface
Multi-touch mobile apps with custom controls can be fun and engaging when done right. Check out these tips to add believability and finesse to apps that mimic real world controls and scenarios.Read More
 
 
iPhone
If it looks and acts like a website, it better not be an iPhone app! Emily brings you six usability tips to help play to the strengths of the iOS platform and leave your old web habits behind.Read More
 
discovery
Ever been thrown into a big project and felt a little out of your depth? Here, Emily walks us through her own project discovery checklist—nine fundamentals for starting off on the right foot—and... Read More
 
usability testing
Have you ever considered that the biggest concern you face when conducting usability tests might just be yourself! Emily tackles this conundrum, and looks at some of the ways you can prevent your own... Read More
 
Collaborative Design
In her first post for SitePoint, Emily presents a strong case for collaboration over the advantages of running your own ship. Read on to discover the benefits of sharing the load.Read More