(SDD411) Amazon CloudSearch Deep Dive and Best Practices | AWS re:Invent 2014Amazon Web Services
Amazon CloudSearch is a fully-managed search service in the cloud that lets you quickly and easily set up and use a search solution for your application. The latest version of CloudSearch includes tons of new and advanced search and administrative features. This session covers how to design for high scale at low cost, as well as best practices for handling multiple languages, ranking your search results, securing your CloudSearch domains, achieving cost-effective multi-tenancy, sourcing from many different systems, and getting the most out of your CloudSearch instances.
UX, ethnography and possibilities: for Libraries, Museums and ArchivesNed Potter
1) The document discusses how the University of York Library has used various user experience (UX) techniques like ethnographic observation and interviews to better understand user needs and behaviors.
2) Some changes implemented based on UX findings include installing hot water taps, changing hours, and adding blankets - aimed at improving the small details of user experience.
3) The presentation encourages other libraries, archives and museums to try incorporating UX techniques like behavioral mapping and cognitive interviews to inform design changes that enhance services for users.
The document discusses designing teams and processes to adapt to changing needs. It recommends structuring teams so members can work within their competencies and across projects fluidly with clear roles and expectations. The design process should support the team and their work, and be flexible enough to change with team, organization, and project needs. An effective team culture builds an environment where members feel free to be themselves, voice opinions, and feel supported.
An immersive workshop at General Assembly, SF. I typically teach this workshop at General Assembly, San Francisco. To see a list of my upcoming classes, visit https://generalassemb.ly/instructors/seth-familian/4813
I also teach this workshop as a private lunch-and-learn or half-day immersive session for corporate clients. To learn more about pricing and availability, please contact me at http://familian1.com
