Designing user interfaces is like writing a song.
You start with an idea, and then you express it in patterns, images and language.
You have to balance convention with innovation and flourish with simplicity, because the finished product must grab the attention and deliver a message.
Welcome – my name is Dan. I strive to be both a fluent designer and a formidable wielder of web 2.0 technology.
That's me.
Education
Masters of Information Studies – University of Michigan School of Information (2010)
Bachelor of Arts in English literature – University of Michigan (2007)
Programming Skills
PHP, jQuery/Javascript, HTML, CSS, R, MySQL, WordPress/Buddypress API, Drupal API, Magento API
Software Skills
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Cubase, ScreenFlow
Other
Graphic design, usability testing, wireframing & interaction design