​Design isn’t just how something looks, but how it works, how it’s used, and how humans interact with it. Many things in our built environment—alarms, control panels, mobile apps, user interfaces—lead humans to make mistakes not because we aren’t paying attention, but because they’re poorly designed. Have you ever pulled a door handle only to discover it’s a “push” door (with a label!)? That’s a “Norman Door”— named after Donald Norman, the author of The Design of Everyday Things. 

​If you’re into design—whether it’s software, user interfaces, or the built environment—join us! Design-curious folks welcome. You’ll never look at doors or perceive your designed surroundings the same way again.

​Facilitated by Glynnis Ritchie (LinkedIn) and Jim Remsik (LinkedIn) of Flagrant, join our community of designers and friends working in software for a readalong and discussion of The Design of Everyday Things.

​Join us!

​We'll meet every other week on Mondays from 6:00–7:30pm Central time starting May 19th. We’ll split discussion of the book across 4 separate sessions.

​You’re welcome to join for any or all of the sessions. This is a learning and community space—no pop quizzes, no hard feelings if you haven’t completed every bit of reading.

​RSVP if you plan to attend any of the sessions

​It'll help us know about how many folks to expect. You’ll get calendar events and reminders for all the sessions.

​Need a copy of the book?

​You can use Flagrant’s affiliate link to grab a paper or eBook copy (we’ll get a little commission if you make a purchase❣️).

​The Details

​When: Two months from late May to end of June

​Who: You! And anyone else who is design-curious

​Where: 💻 Every-other-week Zoom calls hosted Monday evenings starting 5/19.

​Schedule

• ​Mon. 5/19, 6–7:30pm Central time

  • ​Preface

  • ​Chapter 1: The Psychopathology of Everyday Things 

  • ​Chapter 2: The Psychology of Everyday Actions 

• ​Mon. 6/2, 6–7:30pm Central time

  • ​Chapter 3: Knowledge in the Head and in the World

  • ​Chapter 4: Knowing What to Do: Constraints, Discoverability, and Feedback

• ​Mon. 6/16, 6–7:30pm Central time

  • ​Chapter 5: Human Error? No, Bad Design

  • ​Chapter 6: Design Thinking

• ​Mon. 6/30, 6–7:30pm Central time

  • ​Chapter 7: Design in the World of Business