AI & Digital Product Design

In this course, you will master:

• Design Thinking: Understanding the user and their needs. How to research user problems, map out user journeys, and apply the "Double Diamond" framework (Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver) to discover and solve real needs.

• Figma Fundamentals: Become confident using Figma to create responsive components, build design systems, auto-layout, wireframes and produce interactive prototypes.

• AI-Assisted Workflow: AI will be used as a design workflow tool: prompting design and research, allowing for rapid brainstorming, analysing and summarising of research data, and generating visual assets and design text. Second, AI will be incorporated into the products that are designed. Third, AI tools inside Figma.

• Visual & Inclusive Design: The rules of typography, colour theory, accessibility standards (making design friendly for everyone), and the EU AI Act.

• Smart Interfaces: How to design user interfaces specifically for AI features, including text-based chatbots and dynamic layouts.

• Prototyping: Making Your Design Feel Real

• You identify as: A woman or nonbinary

• You have a high level in English: Ensuring you can understand and engage with course materials.

• You are digitally comfortable: You have a basic understanding of digital tools and technologies.

• You have a high interest in: User Interface, designs and are passionate about creating visually appealing and user-friendly designs with design tools like Figma.

• You can commit: Commit to attending classes regularly and participating actively to at least 10 out of 12 classes.

• Networking Events: Participate in networking events to connect with industry professionals, peers, and potential employers.

• Career Coaching: Apply for a career coach to guide you in your professional journey and receive guidance from professionals in the IT industry

• Career & Soft Skills Workshops: Participate in workshops designed to empower you and to improve your career readiness and soft skills.

• ReDI Alumni Network: Become a part of the ReDI Alumni Network and the ReDI community

• SkillsBuild Self-paced eLearning: Utilize self-paced learning modules by IBM and ReDI School to further enhance your skills.

• ReDI School Certification: Earn a ReDI School Certification if you attend 10 out of 12 classes.

These supplementary activities are designed to complement your learning, provide real-world exposure, help you build a strong network, and support your career growth in AI & Digital Product Design.