Web Development: A Visual Spatial Approach

An excellent reference for, professionals and experienced designers, this text takes a holistic approach to web development. At the heart of the text is the belief that keeping the user’s needs in mind during development process will create more effective sites. It addresses planning, structure, navigation, content, design, and usability while focusing on their interconnectedness within web development. Both traditional and contemporary theoretical approaches are discussed including rhetorical theory, visual-spatial thinking, and user-centered design. A number of real world examples including screen captures of actual sites, advice from practicing professionals and ready to use materials make this book a must-have for anyone interested in effective web development. Provides an overview of the web development process and planning phases. Covers the basics of document markup and publishing. Looks at critical factors in overall development relating to site structure; navigation systems; research & content development; visual design; interface design; and usability & accessibility. Includes examples of architectures, navigation, interface designs, usability tests, accessibility standards, and content development. Appropriate for advanced technical writing courses in Multimedia and Web Design. An excellent resource for anyone interested in developing effective websites.

這本書是一個優秀的參考資料，適合專業人士和有經驗的設計師。它以整體的方式來看待網頁開發。本書的核心理念是，在開發過程中考慮到使用者的需求，將會創造出更有效的網站。它涵蓋了規劃、結構、導航、內容、設計和可用性等方面，並強調它們在網頁開發中的相互聯繫。書中討論了傳統和當代的理論方法，包括修辭理論、視覺空間思維和以使用者為中心的設計。書中還包含了許多真實世界的例子，包括實際網站的螢幕截圖、從實踐專業人士的建議和可直接使用的資料，使本書成為任何對有效網頁開發感興趣的人必備的工具。本書提供了網頁開發過程和規劃階段的概述。涵蓋了文件標記和發布的基礎知識。探討了與整體開發相關的關鍵因素，包括網站結構、導航系統、研究和內容開發、視覺設計、界面設計以及可用性和可訪問性。書中還包含了架構、導航、界面設計、可用性測試、可訪問性標準和內容開發的例子。適用於多媒體和網頁設計的高級技術寫作課程。對於任何對開發有效網站感興趣的人來說，這是一個優秀的資源。