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This email covers:
- Links for light reading
- WSG and Industry events
- Industry related jobs
If you have an event, resource or relevant job you'd like posted (from any
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GET CONNECTED - LINKED/FACEBOOKED?
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What to connect with other WSG members?
Linkedin WSG group:
http://www.linkedin.com/groupInvitation?groupID=54560&sharedKey=13D0DC45E3AF
Facebook WSG group:
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LINKS FOR LIGHT READING
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This weeks "links for light reading" are also available here (for those who
click on the links below and find that they are broken):
<http://www.maxdesign.com.au/2008/06/04/some-links-178/>
Writing an Interface Style Guide
http://www.alistapart.com/articles/writingainterfacestyleguide
Saving the Spark: Developing Creative Ideas
http://www.alistapart.com/articles/savingthespark
The Missing Link
http://meyerweb.com/eric/thoughts/2008/06/02/the-missing-link/
Applying Divine Proportion To Your Web Designs
http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/05/29/applying-divine-proportion-to-web
-design/
Design Rants
http://mezzoblue.com/archives/2008/06/03/design_rants/
Why we skip Photoshop
http://www.37signals.com/svn/posts/1061-why-we-skip-photoshop
Quick and Easy Flash Prototypes
http://www.boxesandarrows.com/view/quick-and-easy-flash
Beyond CAPTCHA: No Bots Allowed!
http://www.sitepoint.com/article/captcha-problems-alternatives
How to Code HTML Email Newsletters
http://www.sitepoint.com/article/code-html-email-newsletters
IE Tester
http://www.my-debugbar.com/wiki/IETester/HomePage
Optional Tags in HTML 4
http://meiert.com/en/blog/20080601/optional-tags-in-html-4/
ARIA Slider, Part 1
http://www.paciellogroup.com/blog/?p=68
Announcing SquirrelFish
http://webkit.org/blog/189/announcing-squirrelfish/
Roundpic
http://www.roundpic.com/
Facebook Open Source Projects
http://developers.facebook.com/opensource.php/
New eGovernment Activity to Help Improve Government through Better Use of
the Web
http://www.w3.org/News/2008#item103
>From PSD to CSS/HTML in Easy Steps - Part 1
http://csshowto.com/layout/psd-to-csshtml-in-easy-steps-part-1/
AjaxDaddy
http://www.ajaxdaddy.com/
PNG masks/optimizing css control
http://www.onderhond.com/blog/work/image-masks-in-css
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WSG AND INDUSTRY EVENTS
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webDU 2008
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Dates: 12-Jun-08 to 13-Jun-08
City: Sydney (Australia)
The latest in web development, tools and techniques catch up, meet
up and get inspired!
http://www.webdu.com.au/
FUEL: Powering your business with the new web
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Date: 13-Jun-08
City: London (UK)
FUEL by Carsonified is a brand new one day conference aimed at small
businesses, marketers and those with an interest in using the new breed
of web tools to transform their business from routine to remarkable.
In one day we'll demystify "web 2.0" and provide you with a complete
online strategy, from building your reputation on the web to creating
passionate communities around your products and services. Confirmed speakers
include Ryan Carson (Carsonified), Tara Hunt (Citizen Agency), Paul Boag
(Headscape), Ted Hunt (Innocent Smoothies), Alex Hunter (Virgin), Andrew
Scott (Rummble) and Richard Moross (moo.com).
URL: http://www.fuel-conference.com
Information Architecture Essentials
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Date: 18-Jun-08
City: Brisbane (Australia)
In this one-day workshop, Step Two will present the fundamentals of
information architecture (IA), the core methodology for organising and
designing websites and intranets. Key skills such as card sorting will be
taught, and this workshop is designed to build in-house information
architecture skills. A must for all web or intranet teams.
http://www.steptwo.com.au/seminars/080618/
Web Usability Training Workshop
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Date: 22 July 2008 Sydney
Description: Introduction to User Centred Design tools and techniques. As a
result of attending this one day course, participants will have a good
understanding of the value and importance of user centred design and have
the basic skills, knowledge and tools to apply the user centred design
approach to developing usable Internet sites, Intranet sites or web
applications within their own organisation.
URL: http://www.peakusability.com.au/training/web-usability.html
Usability Evaluation & Testing Training Workshop
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Date: 23 July 2008 Sydney (Australia)
Description: Discount evaluation techniques and how to conduct usability
tests. In this one day interactive workshop, learn valuable usability
evaluation and testing methods that you can use to evaluate your
organisation's Internet and Intranet site, web applications and software.
This course will explore the difference between expert reviews and usability
testing and which is better to use and when. We will cover when to usability
test, what to test and how to test.
URL: http://www.peakusability.com.au/training/evaluation-and-testing.html
Interaction Design Training Workshop
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Date: 2 July 2008 Canberra (Australia)
Date: 10 Sept 2008 Melbourne (Australia)
Description: Human characteristics and theoretical principles for usable web
applications, intranet and internet sites. Ever wonder why users don't
behave how you expect? Ever done usability testing or found usability issues
but didn't know how to fix them? This course will provide an insight into
human characteristics and online behaviour based on latest research and
hundreds of usability tests with users, including video footage of usability
test sessions. We will also cover the theory and principles of interaction
design.
URL: http://www.peakusability.com.au/training/interaction-design.html
Web Application Design Training Workshop
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Date: 1 July 2008 Canberra (Australia)
Date: 9 Sept 2008 Melbourne (Australia)
Processes and interface design fundamentals for designing usable web
applications. From internet banking, online learning, government
transactional sites to employee phonebooks, online projects increasingly
include elements of web application design. This course will explore the
value and limitations of building a web application and introduce a range of
tools, approaches and interface design principles to ensure that you
understand your audience and design intuitive and usable web applications.
URL: http://www.peakusability.com.au/training/web-applications.html
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JOBS
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Job 1
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Passionate about Web Standards?
If you're an IT professional looking for an exciting new opportunity, Shock
Media is a leading Australian based internet company currently seeking
applications for a PHP Programmer passionate about web standards. If that is
you and you would like more information, please go to the link below.
http://www.shockmedia.com.au/corporate/careers
Job 2
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Vignette Corporation is looking for talented interaction designers to join a
growing User Experience team. We're taking our user centered design
practice to the next level, and our ultimate goal is to build a new breed of
enterprise software by focusing on unrelenting quality, world-class user
experiences, and rigorous usability testing. We're building rich internet
applications using the best emerging technologies to power compelling and
engaging software.
User Experience team members are responsible for primary and secondary user
research, and work closely with Product Management to turn feature
requirements into scenarios which dovetail with user mental models and
goals. Heavy focus on conceptualizing, wireframing, and prototyping
application flow and behavior. The team works immersively with the
development teams in the realization of the design and are involved in
validation and testing with users at all stages of the development
lifecycle.
Vignette's suite of products power some of the largest websites and
intranets in the world, and the UE team interviews and interacts with users
from Fortune 500 companies across the globe as part of our focus on users
and usability. This is a great opportunity for a designer who is
user-focused and wishes to hone his or her craft by direct contact with
users and immediate validation of design decisions.
Responsibilities:
* Resolve product requirements and user data into software interface designs
that feature elegance, simplicity, and ease of use.
* Conduct user and domain research into user patterns, tasks and mental
models with a focus on the relationship between people, products, and
contexts.
* Evangelize User-Centered Design concepts and be an agent of change in
promoting a culture of quality .
* Research & recommend new techniques in user interface design.
* Initiate and nurture relationships with customers and users for concept
validation, focus groups, and usability testing
Skills:
* Design & Prototyping technologies including: Pencil & Paper, Visio /
Illustrator / Photoshop, and at least one interactive prototyping medium
such as HTML, Flash, Axure, etc.
* Some CSS/Javascript knowledge a plus
* Solid background in visual design and understanding of information design
principles
* Experience with designing, conducting, and evaluating usability tests is a
plus
* Experience in ethnographic research and interviewing
* Proven ability to visualize and simplify complex systems
* Listening skills
* Collaborative Team skills
* Accomplished visual communicator, writer, and user experience advocate
If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and a short cover
letter to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Job 3
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Amnesty International Australia is looking for a web developer. This is a
full time six month contract position based in Sydney. Details available
here: http://action.amnesty.org.au/jobs/comments/web_developer/
Job 4
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1) Senior PHP Programmer
2) Experienced PHP Programmer
Fatpublisher is seeking both a Senior PHP Programmer and an Experienced PHP
Programmer for full time positions with a minimum of two and three years web
development experience respectively. You will play an important role in an
enthusiastic team that produces extremely usable, visually inspiring
websites that incorporate the latest interface patterns and web
technologies. Fatpublisher is a company with User Experience at the core of
its design and development process. With a solid base of great clients we
have a working environment that encourages learning and teamwork.
The role is suited to someone who:
- Can write CSS and HTML markup in a semantic manner
- Has created custom content management systems
- Has worked with open-source content management systems
- Has a deep understanding and knowledge of W3C standards and semantic
design
- Understands the benefits of web standards, usability and accessibility
- Takes a great deal of pride in the quality of their work
- Keeps up to date with web best practice
- Is aware of the latest in usability interface patterns i.e. forms, images,
links, video etc
- Has excellent communication skills and that demonstrates a willingness to
cooperate and engage
- Has exceptional attention to detail
- Is an excellent thinker
Experience in each of the following is required:
- Server-side development in PHP
- XHTML, CSS, JavaScript (libraries or from first principles)
- MySQL and database design
- Experience in creating and integrating XML, XSLT
- Have a working knowledge of design software (e.g. Photoshop) for
implementing designs
Remuneration
Attractive packages $55-$75k. Open to negotiation. Yearly bonuses. Regular
conferences.
Expressions of Interest
To express your interest in either of the 2 roles being advertised, please
send your resume, web addresses and/or examples of work by email to
[EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit us at http://fatpublisher.com.au
Job 5
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Here at Hothouse, we're looking for any people who love making websites.
Specialising in Javascript or XHTML/CSS or both. Full-time, contract and
freelance applicants welcome. Hothouse is located in St.Leonards, North
Sydney. Contact Steve on 94323601 or [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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