Simeon Kessler
Designer - Maker - Software Developer
Who am I
I am a designer & developer based in Austin Texas, specializing in the creation of rich Internet applications for desktop and mobile web browsers.
At heart, I am a creative problem solver with a diverse set of interests and a love of making. Feel free to email me if you have any questions.
What I do
Utilizing my skills in user experience design and web technologies like HTML5, CSS3, object oriented JavaScript, ExtJS, Sencha Touch, and Bootstrap I have designed and developed SAAS applications for startups and fortune 500 enterprises.
The people behind the magic
The who, what and why behind Circle & Pounce
Simeon The Learned Goat
Designer, maker, and software developer in Austin Texas with a diverse set of creative interests spanning both the physical and digital worlds.
Leah Goose
Artist, college student, and all around beautiful person
Mateo Ma'tator
A bi-national, tri-lingual, maker and force of nature.
How I Work
Domain & Strategy
I do research, interviews, and heuristic evaluations to thoroughly understand the use cases surrounding a product. Armed with this knowledge, I provide strategic insights on features, products, and user experience.
User Experience
Software success is partly measured by the value and satisfaction that users experience while using the software. To build a successful product, user experience design and testing has to be an integral part of the development process.
Design
In the words of Edward Tufte, good design is clear thinking made visible. My approach to design includes collaborative white board sessions, graphic mockups, and building working prototypes. To ensure that designs are efficient and easy to use, I test and refine each design until every issue is resolved.
Technology
As with all crafts, finding the right tools for the job increases the likelihood of success. Over my career I have evaluated and implemented many native and browser-based user interface technologies. My projects use client-side technologies which interact with a server-based API to deliver rich, client-side, Internet applications.
Architecture
As a user interface architect, I have defined and implemented the client-side architecture for many large browser-based applications. To achieve clean, consistent, and reusable code, a thoughtful architecture is essential. This is especially important as the size and complexity of an application grows.
Implementation
Quality code—ordered, readable, and well documented.
Testimonials
Mr. Kessler doesn't acquiesce to subpar UI standards. He is an advocate of advocates, dogged in his pursuit of usability. I'm fortunate to have worked with him.