Course Brief
This course offers a thorough introduction to User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design principles. Students will develop skills to create engaging digital experiences by focusing on visual design and user journeys. Through hands-on projects and practical exercises, they will learn to design user-centered interfaces for diverse platforms and devices.
- Understanding UI and UX Design
- The Responsibilities of UI/UX Designers
- A Historical Perspective on UI/UX Design
- The Evolution of User-Centered Design
UX vs. UI: Understanding the Difference
- Exploring the User-Centered Approach
- Defining the Roles of UX and UI Designers
- Distinguishing Between UI Elements and UX Principles
- The Interplay of UI and UX in Design
Design Thinking Methodology
- Introduction to the Design Thinking Process
- Exploring the Five Stages of Design Thinking
- Applying Design Thinking for Effective Problem-Solving
- Integrating Design Thinking in Creative Solutions
- Overview of Popular Design Tools: Figma and Adobe XD
- Exploring Interfaces and Key Features of Design Software
- Learning Basic Design Principles for Effective Mockups
- Creating Simple Mockups: A Hands-On Approach
- The Importance of User Research in UX Design
- Exploring Different Research Methods: Surveys Vs. Interviews
- Conducting Effective User Research Exercises
- Analyzing Findings: Transforming Data into Insights
- Identifying User Needs, Pain Points, and Motivations
- Crafting User Personas from Research Data
- The Role of User Personas in UX Design
- Applying Personas to Inform Design Decisions
- Fundamentals of Information Architecture
- Building Sitemaps for Logical Content Organization
- Understanding User Flow in Design
- Designing Effective Navigation Structures
- Introduction to Wireframing in UI/UX Design
- Creating Low-Fidelity Wireframes to Visualize Layouts
- Prototyping Tools: An Overview for Designers
- Developing Interactive Prototypes for User Testing
- Understanding the Basic Principles of Visual Design
- Exploring Different Design Styles and Trends
- The Impact of Color and Typography on User Experience 40 mini
- Applying Visual Design Principles for Aesthetically Pleasing Interfaces
- Learning Common UI Elements and Their Functionalities
- Understanding Established Design Patterns and Their Applications
- Implementing Best Practices for Usability
- Ensuring Accessibility in UI Design
- The Importance of Mobile-First Design in Today's Landscape
- Understanding Responsive Design Principles and Techniques
- Designing Interfaces for Various Screen Sizes and Devices
- Best Practices for Mobile-First Implementation
- Enhancing Prototypes with High-Fidelity Visuals and Interactions
- Creating Realistic Mockups for Presentation and Testing
- The Importance of Feedback in Design Iteration
- Refining Designs Through Iterative Processes
- Strategies for Building a Strong and Impactful Design Portfolio
- Including Relevant Projects to Showcase Your Skills
- Effective Presentation Techniques for Your Work
- Tailoring Your Portfolio for Specific Job Applications
- Resume and cover letter writing tips and best practices
- Interviewing skills and techniques for success
- Networking strategies for building connections in the industry
- Future trends in UI/UX design and emerging technologies
- Course wrap-up and final project presentation
"I will be the leader of a company that ends up being worth billions of dollars, because I got the answers. I understand culture. I am the nucleus. I think that’s a responsibility that I have, to push possibilities, to show people, this is the level that things could be at."
