John Maeda Books
John Maeda is a graphic designer, computer scientist and visual artist, professor of Media Arts and Sciences at MIT, and founder of the SIMPLICITY Consortium at the MIT Media Lab. He has also authored a number of books, including the critically acclaimed Design by Numbers.
What's The Laws of Simplicity about?
The Laws of Simplicity consists of a set of “laws” formulated by the author to try to grasp the meaning and essence of simplicity. Along the way, it provides useful advice on how to introduce simplicity to our daily lives, business and product design.
Who should read The Laws of Simplicity?
- Anyone who wants to design successful products
- Anyone who wants to bring more simplicity into their lives
- Anyone in sales or marketing
What's Redesigning Leadership about?
Redesigning Leadership (2011) takes the jargon out of management and replaces it with a human touch. Being a great leader means taking to the shop (or office) floor, making contact with your employees and – most importantly – keeping their focus and respect. The author offers simple ways to be a manager who retains their principles – and heart.
Who should read Redesigning Leadership?
- Leaders at any level of a company
- Anyone who wants to learn how to lead in the modern world
- Managers who want to connect better with their employees
What's How to Speak Machine about?
How to Speak Machine (2019) prepares us for a future where computers will play an increasingly dominant role in business, politics, and our personal lives. It helps us understand the inner workings of the machines we use every day and how their programming can perpetuate social issues or be used to exploit our personal data. By learning how to speak machine, we can arm ourselves with the knowledge we need to ensure that the future is inclusive and safe for everyone.
Who should read How to Speak Machine?
- Entrepreneurs interested in forming a tech start-up
- Policymakers who need to keep regulations up to date with technological advancements
- Anyone who wants to understand the basics behind how computers “think”