Objectives of the Workshop
- Put into practice user-designed thinking methods that actually work in real projects
- Create visually appealing and effective user interfaces
- How to do user research and use that to make practical designs
- Apply testing methods that developers use to make better user interfaces
- How to produce digital experiences that are accessible and inclusive
Who Should Attend?
- UX Designers who want to polish their UI skills
- Product Managers that want a deep understanding of the UX process
- Software Developers looking to provide their applications with a great user experience
- Marketing Managers looking to add value to their digital products
- Entrepreneurs and Start-Up founders that want to make an easy-to-use product
Prerequisites
- Basic familiarity with digital design concepts
- Experience with design software like Sketch, Figma or Adobe XD preferred but not required
What to Bring: Laptop with internet access
Outline of the Workshop
Basic Principles of User-Centred Design
- Understanding user demands and needs
- User research
- Personas and user journey maps
- Design thinking methodologies
Creating User-Friendly Interfaces
- Simple principles of digital visual design
- Typography and colour in UI
- Development of intuitive navigation and information structure
- Designing for different devices and screen sizes
Usability and Accessibility in Design
- Implementing usability testing methods
- Analyzing and applying usability test results.
- Understanding accessibility guidelines (WCAG)
- Creating inclusive design for the diverse user groups
Key Takeaways
The Skills You Will Get:
- User research and analysis techniques
- UI design principles and best practice
- Usability testing methodologies
- Accessibility factors in design
- Training in industry standard design tools
Practical Applications
- Create user-centred designs for websites, web applications & mobile apps
- Developing usability tests for existing products
- Designing interfaces that are accessible to everyone
- Building effective creative partnership with development and product teams
FAQs
Is this workshop suitable for beginners?
While a little basic knowledge of digital design concepts will be helpful, we welcome motivated beginners. The course is designed to accommodate various skill levels.
What software are we going to use in the workshop?
For design we primarily use Figma. A free account is sufficient for the workshop. We will provide instructions on setting up before the workshop begins.
Will I get a certificate after the workshop?
Yes, Intermind Digital will issue a certificate of completion to everyone who complete this workshop.
Is there any post-workshop support?
When you complete the workshop, you can join our online community forum for 6 months free of charge. Here you can throw off questions, comments and request feedback for your work.