This e-book contains a selection of the best articles about
professional Web design that have been published on Smashing
Magazine in 2009 and 2010. The articles have been carefully edited
and prepared for this PDF version; some screenshots and links were
removed to make the book easier to read and print out.

This book presents guidelines for professional Web development,
including communicating with clients, creating a road map to a
successful portfolio, rules for professional networking and tips on
designing user interfaces for business Web applications. The book
shares expert advice for students and young Web designers, and it
also helps you learn how to respond effectively to design criticism,
use storytelling for a better user experience and apply color theory to
your professional designs.