UX Design Deep Dive: Foundations, Techniques and Figma
Unlock the power of user experience design with this all-inclusive course. From understanding core UX principles to mastering Figma, you'll gain the skills needed to design intuitive, user-friendly products. Whether you're new to UX or looking to enhance your skills, this course will guide you through every step of the design process, empowering you to create impactful digital experiences.
Course Structure:
Module 1: Introduction to UX Design
1. Introduction to UX Design
- What is UX Design?
- Importance of UX in product development
- Key principles of UX design
2. Understanding Users
- User research methods
- Creating user personas
- Mapping user journeys
3. Quiz
Module 2: UX Design Fundamentals
1. Information Architecture
- Organizing and structuring content
- Creating site maps and user flows
- Understanding navigation design
2. Wireframing
- Importance of wireframing
- Tools and techniques for wireframing
- Creating low fidelity wireframes
3. Prototyping
- Importance of prototyping in UX design
- Tools and methods for creating prototypes
- Testing and iterating on prototypes
4. Interaction Design
- Designing interactive elements
- Principles of animation and motion design
- Creating engaging user experiences
5. Quiz & Assignment
Module 3: Usability and Evaluation
1. Heuristic Evaluation
- Introduction to heuristic evaluation
- Nielsen's 10 usability heuristics
- Conducting a heuristic evaluation
2. Usability Testing
- Planning and conducting usability tests
- Analyzing test results
- Iterating based on feedback
3. User Feedback and Iteration
- Gathering and analyzing user feedback
- Implementing changes based on feedback
- Iterative design process
4. Quiz & Assignment
Module 4: UX Design Process
1. Project Planning and Management
- Defining project scope and goals
- Working with stakeholders
- Managing timelines and deliverables
2. Collaborative Design
- Working in multidisciplinary teams
- Communicating design decisions
- Iterating based on team feedback
3. Accessibility and Inclusivity in UX
- Principles of accessible design
- Designing for diverse user needs
- Ensuring compliance with accessibility standards
4. Quiz
Module 5: Advanced UX Techniques
1. Content Strategy
- Importance of content in UX
- Developing a content strategy
- Writing for the user experience
2. Behavioral Design
- Understanding user behavior
- Applying behavioral psychology to design
- Designing for engagement and retention
3. Data Driven Design
- Using analytics in UX design
- Gathering and interpreting user data
- Making informed design decisions
Module 6: Visual Design Principles
1. Design Principles
- Principles of visual hierarchy
- Understanding balance, contrast, and alignment
- Consistency and the use of grids
2. Typography and Color Theory
- Choosing and pairing fonts
- Understanding color theory
- Creating a cohesive color scheme
3. Design Systems and Patterns
- Building and using design systems
- Common UX design patterns
- Ensuring accessibility in design
4. Assignment
Module 7: Getting Started with Figma
1. Introduction to Figma
- Overview of Figma and its interface
- Setting up a new project
- Basic tools and features
2. Designing in Figma
- Creating frames and shapes
- Using grids and guides
- Working with typography and colors
3. Components and Styles
- Creating and using components
- Setting up styles for consistency
- Building a design system
4. Quiz & Assignment
Module 8: Project
1. Project Brief
- Defining a project scope and requirements
- Conducting user research
- Developing wireframes and prototypes
2. Design and Usability Testing
- Creating high fidelity designs
- Conducting usability tests
- Iterating based on feedback
3. Final Presentation
- Preparing a project presentation
- Presenting your work to peers and stakeholders
- Receiving and incorporating feedback
Additional Resources
Downloadable Templates and Examples Reading Materials and References Quizzes and assignments
