Course Overview
UI/UX Design Courses at Skill Spark: Master the Art of Digital Interaction
Step into the world of UI/UX design with Skill Spark, where innovation meets creativity. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned designer, our courses provide a comprehensive platform to develop the skills needed to design intuitive, user-centered digital experiences.
At Skill Spark, we recognize the importance of UI/UX design in creating seamless interactions between users and technology. Our courses are tailored to suit all experience levels, ensuring that everyone, from aspiring designers to professionals, can refine their craft and stay ahead in this ever-evolving field.
Background:
UI/UX design is the backbone of today’s digital experiences, influencing how people interact with apps, websites, and digital products. It blends art, psychology, and technology to create designs that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. The demand for skilled UI/UX designers is soaring, offering a promising career path in the digital age.
At Skill Spark, we are committed to preparing you for this exciting field. Our expert instructors and state-of-the-art resources will empower you to create impactful designs that elevate user experiences and drive innovation in digital design.
Course Highlights
- Overview of UI/UX Design: Definitions, differences, and importance.
- Design Thinking Process: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test.
- Basic Principles of Design: Alignment, Contrast, Hierarchy, Balance, Consistency.
- Tools Introduction: Setting up and exploring Figma/Adobe XD.
- User-Centered Design Approach.
- Conducting User Research: Interviews, surveys, focus groups.
- Personas & Empathy Maps: Representing user demographics and behaviors.
- User Journey Maps & Experience Mapping.
- Identifying Pain Points and Project Goals.
- Structuring Content: Information Architecture and Flow Diagrams.
- Global vs Local Navigation Design.
- Organizing Screen States and Navigation Systems.
- Importance of Wireframes: Tools and techniques.
- Low-Fidelity vs High-Fidelity Wireframes.
- Grid Systems & Layout Basics.
- Using Figma for Wireframing: Shapes, Frames, Auto Layout.
- Typography: Fonts, readability, accessibility.
- Color Theory: Psychology, schemes, contrast ratios.
- Iconography and Imagery: Choosing appropriate visuals.
- Visual Hierarchy & Composition.
- Design Systems: Building reusable UI components (buttons, forms, cards).
- Creating Realistic UI Designs.
- Interactive Prototypes in Figma: Links, transitions, overlays.
- Micro-Interactions: Hover, click effects, animations.
- Responsive Design: Adapting for mobile, tablet, desktop.
- Introduction to Accessibility Standards (WCAG).
- Designing for Inclusivity: Contrast ratios, alt text, font size.
- Accessibility Testing Tools and Plugins in Figma.
- Advanced Interactions: Multi-step forms, nested interactions.
- Leveraging Figma Plugins: Design handoff, advanced animations.
- Handoff to Developers: Exporting assets, specs, and CSS.
- Usability: Principles, intuitive design, and feedback mechanisms.
- Information Architecture: Organising content for usability.
- Information Architecture: Organising content for usability.
- User Flows and Task Flows: Mapping user interactions.
- UX Patterns: Best practices for forms, modals, buttons.
- Usability Testing Methods: Moderated vs unmoderated, remote vs in-person
- Gathering Feedback: Surveys, analytics, A/B testing.
- Iterating on Designs: Prioritizing changes based on feedback.
- Collaboration Tools in Figma: Real-time feedback and version control.
- Structuring a Design Portfolio: Showcasing skills and case studies.
- Creating Effective Case Studies: Documenting processes and outcomes.
- Preparing for Job Interviews: Mock interviews, presenting designs.
- Freelancing & Networking: Building a presence in the design community.
- Real-World Project: Design a complete web or mobile app.
- User Research & Personas.
- Wireframes, Prototypes, and High-Fidelity Mockups.
- Accessibility, Responsiveness, and Usability Testing.
- Deliverables: Fully interactive prototype, design system, and documentation.
Why Choose Skill Spark for UI/UX Design?
- Expert Instructors: Our instructors are seasoned graphic designers with real-world experience and insights.
- Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience through hands-on projects and assignments that simulate real-world design challenges.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow designers and industry professionals to expand your network.
- Career Support: We offer career guidance, portfolio reviews, and job placement assistance to help you achieve your design career goals.
Ready to embark on your UI/UX design journey, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner? Contact us today to explore our courses, schedules, and enrolment details. Unleash your creative potential at any level with Skill Spark’s Graphic Design courses.
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