In this introductory course, you'll embark on a journey into the world of UX design with a focus on discovery and low-fidelity design using Figma. We'll demystify the concepts behind user-centered design, exploring its potential and limitations. You'll gain a clear understanding of the UX design process, from initial discovery phases to creating low-fidelity prototypes. You'll be introduced to the specific capabilities of Figma within the UX design ecosystem. We'll showcase how Figma harnesses the power of collaborative design to revolutionize your productivity across various applications. From conducting user research to developing wireframes, you'll discover the myriad ways Figma can enhance your workflow.
Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Figma
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Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Figma
This course is part of UX Design Toolkit Professional Certificate
Instructor: Heather Emerson
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13 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Understand the importance of discovery in the UX design process and how to gather and document user requirements.
Create personas and user journey maps using Miro, and design wireframes and prototypes with Sketch.
Utilize Figma's collaborative features for efficient team brainstorming and ideation.
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