iPhones and other smart phones have become the essential communications device. Have you ever wondered how they develop all those cool apps? Or wanted to develop one yourself? Then come to CHIFOO this month to hear a member of the Small Society dev team discuss how they make our phones do more than we ever dreamed of.

The release of the iPhone 3G and, with it, Apple’s launch of the App Store, marked 2008 as the year that mobile computing changed forever. We are witnessing the birth of a new class of technology: pocket-sized devices with always-on broadband that understand who you are and where you are. With a technological and cultural revolution unfolding before our eyes, how do interaction designers and agencies deal with such a quickly shifting landscape? What does leadership mean when there is a perceived lack of solid research, UI best practices, and industry mentors at your fingertips? James will bring some clarity to this area, reflecting on her experiences designing successful interactions for a variety of devices.

James Keller is a digital communications strategist and user experience evangelist at Small Society, a small agency based in Portland with a passion for the iPhone™ platform, dedicated to helping organizations bring great ideas to life. Before joining the Small Society team, James was at Wieden+Kennedy helping the Portland office align client business goals and brand experiences with emerging technologies. Find out more about James >>