Visual Remedies | Resources

A partial list of things (books, periodicals, organizations, events and websites) that have been useful to me over the past few years.

Books

Bulletproof Web Design (Dan Cederholm): The basic building blocks of CSS layout explained. Examples that really work in major browsers.
CSS: The Definitive Guide (Eric Meyer): An in depth look at cascading styles sheets and how things should work but not necessarily how web browsers have implemented the specification.
Thinking with Type (Ellen Lupton): A back to the basics overview of Typography.
The Visual Display of Quantitative Information (Edward Tufte): A guide on how to present complex information such as graphics, charts and tables.
Don't Make Me Think (Steve Krug): Usability design broken down into easy to understand pieces and supported by clear examples.

A List Apart: "ALA Magazine explores the design, development, and meaning of web content, with a special focus on web standards and best practices."
Boxes and Arrows: "Devoted to the practice, innovation, and discussion of design..."
Digital Web Magazine: "An online magazine intended for professional web designers, web developers and information architects."
.net: "The world's best-selling magazine for web designers and developers..."
Wired: "In-depth coverage of current and future trends in technology..."

American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA): "AIGA's mission is to advance designing as a professional craft, strategic tool and vital cultural force."
AIGA Boston: "Founded in 1983, AIGA Boston is one of the largest chapters in the country with over 800 active members."
Massachusetts Innovation & Technology Exchange (MITX): "MITX is the region's premier professional organization for the Internet business & marketing industry."
The Web Standards Project (WaSP): "WaSP is a grassroots coalition fighting for standards which ensure simple, affordable access to web technologies for all."
World Wide Web Consortium (W3C): "The W3C develops interoperable technologies (specifications, guidelines, software, and tools) to lead the Web to its full potential."

An Event Apart: "The Design Conference For People Who Make Web Sites"
AIGA: "More than 450 events to inspire, educate and collaborate are offered by AIGA across the country each year."
MITX: "MITX programs are marked by diversity of content, quality of attendees, and a track record for drawing compelling speakers."
Edward Tufte - Presenting Data and Information: "fundamental strategies of analytical design... statistical data: tables, graphics, and semi-graphics... complexity and clarity"