1. How to use this book
This book provides a very practical approach to better whiteboard sketches. Although the techniques are based on sound research and practical usage, the theory is kept to a minimum and you can get started with techniques almost immediately.
Here are some suggestions for using the book:
- To remind yourself of the techniques, print or see the Quick Reference guide.
- To practise the techniques, use the exercises at the end of each chapter and see the Case Studies.
- To understand how to use whiteboard sketches for better conversations and in-erson explanations, see Chapter 3
- To learn how to use colour effectively in whiteboard sketches, see Chapter 2
- To learn how and why to identify and represent key concepts, see Chapter 1
The three central chapters each contain a set of exercises for you to try out the techniques you have learnt.
1.1 Conventions used in the book
A box with a whiteboard symbol shows an important aspect of Better Whiteboard Sketches:
A box with a key symbol shows a useful tip:
A callout with an ‘i’ symbol shows some general information:
A pen writing indicates exercises for the reader.