8-Week Beginners UX Design Course
Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of user experience design with our comprehensive 8-week course. Tailored for beginners, this program seamlessly guides participants through the foundational principles of UX design. Essential aspects of UX Design will include:
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Week 1 - UX Design Foundations
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Competitive Analysis: Understand the importance of analyzing competitors to inform design decisions.
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Gathering Data: Explore comprehensive research methods to gather insights and industry trends.
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Identifying Pain Points: Learn techniques for recognizing and addressing user pain points in the design process.
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Competitive Analysis: Understand the importance of analyzing competitors to inform design decisions.
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Formulating Problem Statements: Develop the skill to articulate and define design challenges effectively.
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Using AI in UX: Introduction to integrating artificial intelligence to enhance user experiences.
Week 2 - UX Methods & Techniques
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Overview of standard UX methods and how to apply them.
- Persona Development: Create proto personas for initial insights and archetypal personas for a deeper understanding of target users.
- User Journeys: Explore the lifecycle of user experiences, mapping touchpoints and interactions.
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Week 3 - UX Design Core Concepts
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Crazy 8s: Engage in rapid ideation through the Crazy 8s exercise to foster creativity and generate quick concepts.
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Intro to Figma: Acquire foundational skills in using Figma for collaborative interface design.
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Low Wireframes: Learn the basics of creating low-fidelity wireframes as an essential step in the design process.
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Set Up Usability Testing: Understand the importance of usability testing and set up basic testing scenarios.
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Week 4 - Figma Deep Dive
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Creating Components: Master the creation and utilization of design components for efficiency and consistency in Figma.
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High Wireframes: Elevate wireframing skills to a higher fidelity level for detailed design representation.
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Develop a design system.
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Week 5 - Prototyping
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Prototyping: Transition from static designs to interactive prototypes for dynamic user experiences.
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Interactive Elements & Animation: Incorporate interactive elements and animation to enhance user engagement.
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​Accessibility Standards: Understand the importance of designing for accessibility and incorporating standards into UX projects.
Week 6 - Usability Testing and Synthesizing Data
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Conduct Usability Testing: Put knowledge into practice by conducting usability tests on designs.
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Usability Feedback: Learn how to collect and interpret feedback from usability tests.
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Synthesize Data: Gain insights into synthesizing usability test data and turning findings into actionable design improvements.
Week 7 - Iterations & Improvements
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Iteration: Embrace the iterative nature of UX design, making refinements based on feedback and continuous improvement.
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Responsive Design Layouts: Explore techniques for designing responsive layouts that adapt to various screen sizes.
Week 8 - Presenting UX Design Projects
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Presenting Your UX Design Project: Develop effective communication skills to present and articulate design solutions confidently.
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Peer-to-Peer Feedback: Engage in collaborative feedback sessions with peers to refine design thinking.
Throughout the 8-week UX Design course, participants will engage in a dynamic exploration of industry trends, staying at the forefront of the ever-evolving design landscape. Additionally, students will have the unique opportunity to gain real-world insights and perspectives through guest speakers who are seasoned UX design professionals, offering invaluable experiences and practical wisdom to enrich their learning journey.