Professional Web Design: The Best of Smashing Magazine

Create Fantastic Web Sites with Advice From Some of the Best in the IndustryProfessional Web Design presents guidelines for professional Web development, including communicating with clients, creating a road map to a successful portfolio, rules for professional networking, and tips on designing user interfaces for business Web applications. Inside you’ll find some of the best of Smashing Magazine’s coverage of professional Web design and the business side of Web development, with advice from trusted experts who will help you learn how to respond effectively to design criticism, use storytelling for a better user experience, and apply color theory to your professional designs.Topics covered include:Harsh Truths about Corporate Web Site – Paul BoagPortofolio Design Study: Design Patterns – Vitaly FriedmanCreating a Successful Online Portfolio – Sean HodgeBetter User Experience with Storytelling – Francisco InchausteDesigning User Interfaces for Business Web Applications – Janko JovanovicProgressive Enhancement and Standards Do Not Limit Web Design – Christian HeilmannColor Theory for Professional Designers – Cameron ChapmanIs John the Client Dense or Are You Failing Him? – Paul BoagHow to Identify and Deal with Different Types of Clients – Robert BowenHow to Respond Effectively to Design Criticism – Andrew FollettWeb Designer’s Guide to Professional Networking – Steven SnellExpert Advice for New Web Designers – VariousProving clear, concise advice from industry experts, Professional Web Design will help you get started on creating fantastic Web sites with top tips and advice from some of the best in the industry.Smashing Magazine (smashingmagazine.con) is one of the world’s most popular Web-design online magazines. True to the Smashing mission, the Smashing Magazine book series delivers useful and innovative information to Web designers and developers.