Contextual Design: Design for Life, Second Edition, describes the core
techniques needed to deliberately produce a compelling user experience.
Contextual design was first invented in 1988 to drive a deep
understanding of the user into the design process. It has been used in a
wide variety of industries and taught in universities all over the
world. Until now, the basic CD approach has needed little revision, but
with the wide adoption of handheld devices, especially smartphones, the
way technology is integrated into people's lives has fundamentally
changed. Contextual Design V2.0 introduces both the classic CD
techniques and the new techniques needed to "design for life",
fulfilling core human motives while supporting activities.
This completely updated and revised edition is written in a clear,
informal style without excessive jargon, and is the must-have book for
any UX Design library. Users will find coverage of mobile devices and
consumer and business products, all illustrated with new examples, case
studies, and discussions on how to use CD with the agile development and
other project requirements methods.