explore model

Explore model

interaction design

presentation layer

    lots of samples… but not complex / confused
    fast refresh of new set
    trail – fast in and out
    remember path taken – progressively know more prefernces
   
time from Intent – let me find something interesting – to usage should be minimal

logic

    dynamic grouping
    intuitive grouping
    multiple membership

data structure

    Tag based ?
    richer as it app ages

Maps are good explore model – especially with Gmaps like

6 weapons to get “yes” from people

Excellent article:

Article: Why Do People Say “Yes?” The “6 Weapons of Influence”

1.uninvited ‘first favors’: even if the gifts are small or insignificant, if you give first wihtout expecting – saying “specially for you”
2. get them committed verbally, people will hesitate to go back on their words
3. “others like you said ‘yes’” – if they like, you should like (or agree)
4. meet often, for short period – you will be liked & agreed
5. Show a badge of authority
6. this is last piece – if you don’t want the guy wants to take it. scarcity motivates better than any other sales tricks.

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know your stars tonight in the sky

amazing-space

to-night sky and stars that you can locate. Beautiful explanatory video. This should be one of the best astronomical site !!

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Cool – Paper wristwatch

Imagine what will happen if paper based display’s take place of LCD displays. WOW !!!

WORLD’S FIRST ELECTRONIC PAPER WATCH DEMONSTRATED

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40 things you’d like to express – @ workplace

40 Things You’d Like to Say Out Loud at Work

40 Things You’d Like to Say Out Loud at Work
I liked most of these, especially,

• This isn’t an office. It’s Hell with fluorescent lighting.
• I thought I wanted a career. Turns out I just wanted a salary.

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