Prototyping with Fireworks: Building a Master Page

I work with many different companies creating applications using Windows and Mac OS computers for all types of computers, tablets, and mobile devices. Because Fireworks is part of the Adobe Creative Suite, I’m often asked to show clients how to use it. Fireworks is a pretty good tool for rapidly building prototypes. You can create […]

Prototyping software: Review of Microsoft Expression Blend

I teach user experience design classes and often incorporate prototyping software tools as a part of my classes. I am frequently asked, “What is the best prototyping software?” The most popular tools, in no specific order, are SketchFlow, Visio, Balsamiq, PowerPoint, and Fireworks (if I left off your favorite – add a comment, I’d be […]

UX Design has now been added to our curriculum

As designers we are responsible for creating solutions that invoke positive experiences. Whether designing newsletters, web sites, line-of-business applications, or shoes, the success of our work is based upon a positive user experience. There are many theories about what creates a good experience for users but there is not much tactical information available. At AGI […]

I was awarded the 2011 MVP award from Microsoft!

I am thrilled! After years of building relationships between the UX/UI design community and Microsoft, my work has been recognized! See below: Congratulations! We are pleased to present you with the 2011 Microsoft® MVP Award! This award is given to exceptional technical community leaders who actively share their high quality, real world expertise with others. […]