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How to design and organize a project?

What is the best way to organize digital files for a design project?

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    In terms of a directory structure & naming convention, here's what works for me (although not every project will require every aspect of this, but good to capture most file types): - Branding - Copy - Flats (exported jpgs) - Fonts - From client - Images (sourced imagery, graphics, moodboards) - Project management (briefs, specs, contract, proposal docs) - Source (for all png, psd, ai, etc files) - UX (wireframes, personas, site maps, workflows, etc) - Web ready (any graphics files optimised for web) We also use Basecamp for project management and sharing files with clients.

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If you mean which app to use, Basecamp works well if you need to track inline conversations - regarding each file. If you just want to move files around without a lot of commentary associated with each one (online & on your phone). http://Dropbox.com If you are asking about specific efficiency tactics within the design process, one key aspect I recommend is a directory structure and a file naming structure (on your PC/Mac), so you can repeat it for every client/project. This could differ slightly depending on which member of the team you are (UX, Design, Dev etc). I also place sub directories in these for versioning, key walkthrough presentations etc. Here is what I use for UX: Clients -- Client ---- Client Project -------Client_Docs              - Business Reqs, Use Cases, Persona's etc. -------Client_Exported        - All exported files, .jpg/png format. -------Client_Wireframes    - Editable wireframe files. -------Client_Maps&Flows  - Editable site flow, idea maps, information arch files -------Client_Resources     - Any other logo, reference doc etc.

Jess Bombacie

My folder structure for the majority of my projects ClientName -- ClientProject ---- Branding ---- Docs - Documents, letters, contracts, etc ---- etc - all other stuff you don't know where to put ---- Layouts - Here are the PSDs ------ Web ------ Mobile ---- Money - Invoices, bills, payments, etc. ---- Stock - Art or stock images, etc ---- Style - Document describing the Style Guide and color palettes ---- tmp - you'll always need this ---- Wireframes ---- Web - HTML/CSS/JS etc

Jose E. Gonzalez Modecir

Over the years I've shifted from being based around deliverables to being based around the process. I think that's a good thing.

Marc Rabinowitz

You should checkout this tool my company built: http://designsvn.com DesignSvn enables designers to version your designs, collaborate with others and improve the draft-feedback-approval process. By using this system all your designs are organised and you will have a history of changes. The application is currently a MVP, we're working on releasing a desktop app to facilitate the upload process. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with me. I hope this helps.

Prashant Sugand

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