Design

    Some Thoughts on Report Usability

    A usable report meets a specific need, clearly presenting the facts in a way that’s appropriate for the user’s context.

    As an analyst you’re an arbiter of facts and the context necessary to understand those facts. — Unknown

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    How a Microwave Should Work

    I have strong opinions about the proper UI design for a microwave oven:

    The number buttons should just be numbers. Pressing the 2 button should not immediately start cooking for 2 minutes. If I want 2 minutes, I’ll hit 2-0-0-Start. I should not have to find a Time Cook button, or anything like that, before I can heat my food.

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