Intro Questions

1. Name: Ellie Kosowsky, Major: Computer Science, Year: Senior
2. I decided to add an HCI minor because I was interested in learning more about UX/UI. When looking through the electives this class seemed like the perfect chance to sharpen my skills when designing interactive solutions for communication challenges.
3. I don’t have much experience with HTML/CSS/JS, but I am currently enrolled in Web Dev so I will be getting a lot of exposure this semester.
4. I hope to learn how to create more engaging and intuitive user experiences, which would mean effectively using HTML and CSS to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
5. When designing for a screen you need to take into account that you can adjust the size of a screen as opposed to a piece of paper which is a fixed size.
6. Apple's Website Apple’s website exemplifies effective design through its minimalist aesthetic and intuitive navigation. There is consistent use of typography and spacing which makes the user experience seamless.
7. Spotify's Website: Spotify’s website effectively communicates what it offers by focusing on clear navigation and engaging visuals. The content is well organized making it very user friendly.
8. Amazon's Website: Amazon’s website works well because of its efficient search functionality and the user-friendly shopping experience.