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If you have an event, resource or relevant job you'd like posted (from any country), please let me know - [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---------------------------------- GET CONNECTED - LINKED/FACEBOOKED? ---------------------------------- What to connect with other WSG members? Linkedin WSG group: http://www.linkedin.com/groupInvitation?groupID=54560&sharedKey=13D0DC45E3AF Facebook WSG group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2410228768 ---------------------------------- LINKS FOR LIGHT READING ---------------------------------- 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 ---------------------------------- WSG AND INDUSTRY EVENTS ---------------------------------- webDU 2008 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 ---------------------------------- JOBS ---------------------------------- Job 1 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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 --------------- 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] -------------------- Did I miss an event, resource or job in your city? 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