PROduct Designer (Autonomous course)

1.1 Welcome
1.2 Course Structure
1.3 Effective Learning
2.1 What is Human-Centered Design?
2.2 UI vs. UX Design
2.3 Design Roles
2.4 Conclusion
3.1 Key UI/UX Design Tools
3.2 Fundamentals of Sketch and Figma
3.3 First UI Practice Exercise
3.4 Conclusion
4.1 AI in a Nutshell: Concepts, Significance, and Key Technologies
4.2 AI in UX
4.3 A Glimpse into Machine Learning
4.4 Machine Learning in UX
4.5 Conclusion
5.1 Design Thinking Mindset
5.2 Step 1 - Empathise
5.3 Step 2 - Define
5.4 Step 3 - Ideate
5.5 Step 4 - Prototype
5.6 Step 5 - Test
5.7 Divergent and Convergent Thinking
5.8 Capstone One - Project Idea Guide
5.9 Conclusion
6.1 Layout Basics
6.2 Balance and Rhythm
6.3 Emphasis & Contrast
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Types of User Research
7.3 User Research Methods
7.4 Competitive Research
7.5 Quantitative Research
7.6 Qualitative Research
7.7 Capstone One. Conduct Secondary Research.
8.1 Research Planing
8.2 Recruiting Participants
8.3 Capstone one. Submit Research Plan and Screener
8.4 User Interviews
8.5 Capstone One. Conduct Research
9.1 Modularity
9.2 Colour, & Visual Hierarchy
Typography
11.1 Introduction to Research Synthesis
11.2 Organising Data
11.3 Empathy Mapping
11.4 Personas: A User-Centric Approach
11.5 Journey Mapping
11.6 Problem Statements
11.7 Research Presentations
11.8 Conclusion
12.1 Self-Discovery and Interest Alignment
12.2 Job Titles and Skills Alignment
12.3 Second Career Advisor Call - Professional Development Planner
13.1 Social Platforms and Community Building
13.2 Media and Entertainment
13.3 Data Design and Dashboards
13.3 Data Design and Dashboards
13.4 E-commerce & Browsing
13.5 B2B Products
14.1 Proximity and Spacing
14.2 Alignment and Repetition
14.3 Combined UI Practice Exercise, Part 4
15.1 Ideate
15.2 User Stories
15.3 Conclusion
16.1 What is Information Architecture
16.2 Navigation
16.3 Card Sorting - Organising Information Effectively
16.4 Sitemaps
16.5 User Flows - Crafting Seamless Journeys
16.6 The Role of AI in Content Categorisation
17.1 Crafting Your Professional Identity on LinkedIn
17.2 Elevate Your Introduction
17.3 Third Career Advisor Call - Elevator Pitch
18.1 UI Principles
18.2 UI Patterns
18.3 UI Elements (Components)
18.4 Nielsen Heuristics
18.5 Mobile UI Principles
18.6 Designing Different UX States
18.7 Conclusion
19.1 Fundamentals of Sketching
19.2 Mobile-first Approach
19.3 Capstone One. Sketching Red Route Screens
19.4 First Usability Testing. Guerrilla Usability Testing
20.1 Guide To Wireframing
20.2 Wireframes & Edge Cases
20.3 Wireflows
21.1 Networking Strategies
21.2 Online Networking Platforms
21.3 Informational Interviews
21.4 Fourth Career Advisor Call - Informational Interview
22.1 Introduction to Brand Identity
22.2 Components of Brand Identity
22.3 Design Systems
22.4 Capstone One: Create Simplified Brand Platform
23.1 Importance of Style Guide in Design
23.2 Colour Selection
23.3 Font Selection
23.4 Iconography
23.5 Photography and Imagery
23.6 Developing a Style Guide
24.1 Accessibility
24.2 Grids and Balanced Layouts
24.3 Applying Styles and Design Principles
24.4 Iterative Design Process
25.1 Build a Prototype
25.2 Animations and Micro-Interactions
25. 3 Adding Animations to Your Prototype
26.1 Create or Update your CV
26.2 Create or Update your LinkedIn Profile
26.3 Create Stand-Out Cover Letters
26.4 Career Advisor Call - Your Resume and LinkedIn profile
27.1 Introduction to Testing
27. 2 Testing Methods and Tools
27.3 Systematic Analysis of Testing Results
27.4 Other Evaluative Testing Methods
28.1 Effective Communication in UX
28.2 Crafting a Compelling Presentation
28.3 Capstone One. Write a Case Study
28.4 Capstone One. Present Your Work to Your Mentor
29.1 Agile Design Sprint
29.2 User Flow Mapping
29.3 Sketching
29.4 Wireframes and Prototype
29.5 High-Fidelity Mockups
29.6 Testing and Iteration Plans
30.1 What’s Effective Collaboration
30.2 Coding Know-How for Designers
30.3 Conclusion
31.1 Current and Emerging Trends
31.2 Designing for the Future User
31.3 Your UX Journey
32.1 Project Instructions
32.2 Project Planning
32.3 Empathise & Define
32.4 Design & Validate
32.5 Case Study for Capstone Three
32.6 Conclusion
33.1 Portfolio Essentials
33.2 Exploring Inspiring Examples
33.3 Portfolio Prep Work
33.4 Writing Your Bio
33.5 Building the Online Portfolio
33.6 Mentor Review and Feedback
34.1 Understanding the Hiring Process
34.2 Preparing for Success: Before the Interview
34.3 Navigating the Interview: During the Interview
34.4 Showcasing Your Portfolio: Portfolio Walkthroughs
34.5 Post-Interview Follow-Up and Reflection
35.1 Understanding Salary Offers
35.2 (Call) Developing Effective Negotiation Skills

15. Ideation - Define & Design (Third step of design thinking)

15.1 Ideate
15.2 User Stories
15.3 Conclusion

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