UX/UI Design Basics

1. UX/UI Design

• Introduction to User-centered Design

• Empathy Map, Personas, Competitor Analysis

• Figma practice

• Navigation Theory

• Interaction Design + Site Map

• Portfolios Q&A

• Wireframes

• Visual Design, Responsive Design

• Accessibility, Analytics

• Usability Test

• Presentation of your project

2. Career Workshops

• How to start a career in tech

• How to polish your Linkedin profile

• How to write a great CV

• How to master the Interview process

3. Job Readiness: Soft skills through career trainings geared towards preparing you for job applications & interviews, networking events and job fairs.

4. You will learn from experts in the industry to start a career in tech.

you watched the How Computers Work YouTube series

you checked the 12 short lessons on design with Figma

you are able to understand and speak English

you can commit at least 10 hours a week (classes + self-study)​ 80% attendance of the course is required for graduation.

you are familiar with basic computer terminology

you are confident with using a computer, creating files and folders

you are able to browse the web

you have interest in design

You will deliver a design outcome of a simple website.

You will explore creativity and technical skills using Figma.

Be ready for the UX/UI Design Intermediate course!

• Career & Soft Skills Workshops, Company Visits

• ReDI Mentorship Program (mentors in the IT industry)

• ReDI Talent Pool (job listing platform)

• SkillBuild self-paced eLearning (by IBM & ReDI)

• You should expect to spend a minimum of 8 hours for career workshops or trainings during the semester.