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This specialization offers a comprehensive overview of next-gen UX and UI design. You'll start with fundamental principles and advanced strategies, integrating Generative AI for innovative UX solutions. Learn to utilize tools like Figma and Motiff for prototyping while mastering accessibility, user research, and UI design with Material Design 3 to create intuitive digital experiences.
Syllabus
- Course 1: GenAI for UX Designers
- Course 2: UX Design: Research, Prototyping, Accessible Interactions
- Course 3: Advanced UX Strategies for Product Managers
- Course 4: User Interface Design: Principles, Prototyping, Practices
- Course 5: Motiff for Beginners: Crafting Simple UI Designs
- Course 6: Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI
- Course 7: UI Design using Material Design 3: Designing a Reminder App
Courses
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This project is designed specifically for UI designers at the intermediate level who are looking to enhance their skills. During this one-hour guided project, you will learn to access and utilize Material Design 3 resources, navigate through the Material 3 Figma UI kit, select appropriate elements, and integrate them seamlessly into your designs. By the end of the project, you will be able to build a simple mobile application prototype adhering to Material Design 3 principles. By mastering Material Design 3 in Figma, you'll enhance your competitiveness in UI/UX design roles. Prerequisites for Success: 1. Fundamental Understanding: Solid grasp of UI design principles including layout, grids, iconography, and typography. 2. Figma Basics: Familiarity with components and basic styles in Figma. 3. Auto Layout Confidence: Comfortable with Figma's auto layout feature. By the project's conclusion, you'll have acquired invaluable experience in leveraging the Material Design 3 UI kit within Figma. This newfound expertise will empower you to design compelling, user-centric designs and prototype interactive experiences with ease, propelling your career forward in the dynamic field of UI/UX design.
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"GenAI for UX Designers" is a comprehensive exploration of how Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is transforming the field of user experience (UX) design. This course will guide you through the key capabilities of GenAI and provide practical strategies to leverage these powerful tools in your daily tasks. Through discussions, video demos, guided hands-on activities, and readings, you will understand how GenAI can enhance productivity in designing user interfaces, creating user personas, and performing usability testing. This course is designed for UX designers, user interface designers, and team leads who are looking to enhance their workflows and boost productivity by incorporating GenAI-powered tools and techniques into their daily tasks. It is also ideal for aspiring UX designers who want to future-proof their skills and gain a competitive edge by mastering the integration of GenAI in UX design. To make the most of this course, you should have familiarity with fundamental UX design concepts and workflows, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing. Experience with UX design tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD) and a basic knowledge of design principles and user psychology are also recommended. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to harness the transformative potential of GenAI to enhance your productivity and creativity.
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"User Interface Design: Principles, Prototyping, Practices" is a comprehensive course designed to provide foundational knowledge and practical skills in UI design. This course covers essential topics including the principles of UI design, the workflow of prototyping, and best practices in creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces. Participants will learn through a combination of theoretical lessons and hands-on activities, gaining insights into user needs, prototyping techniques, and effective design strategies. Reflecting on an early project in my career, I remember the eye-opening challenge of designing an interface that users found confusing and difficult to navigate. This experience taught me the vital importance of intuitive design and has deeply influenced the way I approach UI projects, emphasizing clarity and user engagement above all. This course is built on those learnings, aiming to equip you with the ability to create intuitive and accessible user interfaces that enhance user experience. This course is designed for aspiring UI designers, graphic designers, product managers, marketing professionals, and educators who are eager to develop their skills in user interface design. Whether you are looking to start a career in UI design or enhance your current design capabilities, this course offers a comprehensive foundation that combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications. It is ideal for individuals who are passionate about creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces and want to stay ahead in the dynamic field of UI design. Participants should have basic computer literacy, including comfort with file management, software installation, and internet navigation. Familiarity with web browsers and basic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Sketch, or Figma is required, along with the ability to create and manipulate shapes, text, and layers. While an interest in user interface design is crucial, a basic understanding of UX concepts such as user research and user-centered design can further enrich the learning experience, though it is not mandatory. By the end of this course, learners will be equipped to design interfaces that are not only functional but also delightful to interact with. Whether you are starting your journey in UI design or seeking to refine your existing skills, this course will provide you with a solid foundation and the necessary tools to succeed in the dynamic field of user interface design.
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"User Interface Design: Principles, Prototyping, Practices" is a comprehensive course designed to provide foundational knowledge and practical skills in UI design. This course covers essential topics including the principles of UI design, the workflow of prototyping, and best practices in creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces. Participants will learn through a combination of theoretical lessons and hands-on activities, gaining insights into user needs, prototyping techniques, and effective design strategies. Reflecting on an early project in my career, I remember the eye-opening challenge of designing an interface that users found confusing and difficult to navigate. This experience taught me the vital importance of intuitive design and has deeply influenced the way I approach UI projects, emphasizing clarity and user engagement above all. This course is built on those lessons, aiming to equip you with the ability to create intuitive and accessible user interfaces that enhance user experience. This course is tailored for a diverse group of professionals including aspiring UX designers, graphic designers, product managers, marketing professionals, and educators. It aims to provide these individuals with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in user interface design, enabling them to create visually appealing and user-friendly digital experiences. Participants should have basic computer literacy, including proficiency in operating a computer, managing files, and using web browsers. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator is essential, along with a genuine interest in UX design principles and methodologies. An understanding of common digital interfaces and a strong eagerness to learn new skills related to user-centered design and accessibility are also important for success in this course. By the end of this course, learners will be equipped to design interfaces that are not only functional but also delightful to interact with. Whether you are starting your journey in UI design or seeking to refine your existing skills, this course will provide you with a solid foundation and the necessary tools to succeed in the dynamic field of user interface design.
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This course is your gateway to understanding and harnessing the transformative power of generative AI in creative industries, interactive media, and immersive learning environments. Through a mix of theoretical insights and hands-on demonstrations, you'll learn how to use AI to revolutionize creative collaboration, personalize user experiences, and build dynamic virtual training scenarios. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the practical skills and knowledge to apply generative AI tools in real-world projects, positioning yourself at the forefront of AI-driven innovation. This course is designed for creative professionals, educators, marketers, and developers who are eager to explore the transformative potential of generative AI. Whether you're working in video games, digital art, or virtual reality, or you're an educator looking to incorporate AI into immersive learning environments, this course will provide the skills and insights needed to stay at the forefront of AI innovation. Participants should have a basic understanding of AI concepts and a keen interest in how AI can enhance creative industries and immersive experiences. No advanced technical knowledge is required, but a passion for exploring new possibilities with AI will help learners get the most out of the course. By the end of this course, learners will be able to analyze the impact of generative AI on creative industries, develop AI-driven techniques for brainstorming and storytelling, and design personalized, interactive experiences for games and media. Additionally, they will understand how AI shapes immersive learning and simulation-based training environments, preparing them to implement AI-powered solutions in real-world projects.
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In this course, you will learn how to incorporate AI into your UI design workflow using Motiff, but in a scalable way that won't leave you with problems in your files that need to be fixed later. When a new shiny design tool comes out, it’s always tempting to dive in and start designing without smart planning, I was guilty of that when Figma first came out, but this course is designed to avoid those pitfalls. This course is designed for a diverse group of professionals and learners involved in design, including UI Designers, Interaction Designers, UX Designers, and students looking to enhance their design skills. It is also suitable for individual contributors and team leaders who want to improve their design workflows and explore the potential of AI in the design process. Whether you're just starting or seeking to expand your toolkit, this course will guide you through using modern design tools like Motiff to enhance your UI/UX design capabilities. While prior experience with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD is helpful, it is not required for this course. Whether you're familiar with these tools or are new to design software, the course is structured to help you grasp the key concepts of UI/UX design and introduce you to Motiff, an AI-powered design tool, in a way that accommodates all levels of experience. The course will provide foundational knowledge and practical exercises that will build your confidence in using design tools effectively. This course will help you distinguish between UX and UI design, exploring best practices in user interface design using tools like Figma and Motiff. You’ll learn to leverage Motiff’s AI-driven features to create and manage design systems, streamlining your workflow. By the end of the course, you’ll design a responsive, mobile-optimized product website that is both user-friendly and accessible. You’ll evaluate your designs for usability, responsiveness, and compliance with industry standards, ensuring a seamless user experience.
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You’ve built the feature. The devs shipped it. But users still don’t care. Why? Chances are that your product missed what truly matters to users. This course helps you break out of the feature factory mindset and start building with clarity, empathy, and intention — using battle-tested UX strategies that drive real impact. You’ll learn to apply empathy maps, user journey flows, heuristic evaluations, and feature scorecards — all through hands-on labs using real UX tools like Figma and JTBD (Jobs-To-Be-Done) templates. Whether you’re building MVPs or scaling a product, the frameworks are flexible and immediately actionable. This course is designed for professionals deeply involved in shaping product experiences. It caters to product managers overseeing the full lifecycle of digital products, founders and growth teams developing user-focused MVPs, and UX designers collaborating across disciplines. Technical product managers looking to enhance their UX fluency will also benefit from the practical strategies and tools shared in the course. To get the most out of this course, learners should have a solid understanding of the product lifecycle and be familiar with creating or using user personas. Prior experience working with design or research teams is important, as the course builds on collaborative practices and assumes some exposure to UX methods in a product development context. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to evaluate products with a user-first perspective and apply core UX principles effectively. They will be able to conduct user research and create prototypes aligned with real-world needs, use proven frameworks to assess and enhance usability, and foster cross-functional alignment by using data and storytelling to prioritize UX improvements.
Taught by
Bethel Blakesley, Karlis Zars, Starweaver, Yash Thakker and Zarina Majidova