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Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

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Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

26 reviews

Beginner level

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3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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Figma (Design Software)

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There are 5 modules in this course

Develop the skills to collaborate effectively with design teams and create user-friendly interfaces. This course covers UX/UI principles, wireframing, mockups, and product testing. Learn to apply Microsoft design system guidelines and create enterprise software interfaces. Understand the roles and responsibilities of design team members, apply design thinking principles, and create basic sketches and wireframes. Master key UX/UI principles such as usability, accessibility, and consistency. Learn to analyze the UX/UI design process, create intuitive interfaces, and evaluate existing user interfaces. Construct user stories, employ various product testing techniques, and iterate on designs based on feedback. Design user experiences for AI products, ensuring transparency and ethical considerations.

By the end of the course, you will be able to: - Collaborate effectively with design teams -Apply UX/UI principles to create user-friendly interfaces -Develop wireframes and mockups to visualize design concepts -Conduct product testing to gather user feedback -Design intuitive and engaging product experiences -Apply Microsoft design system guidelines -Create enterprise software interfaces A Microsoft 365 license or free trial is needed to complete the course activities.

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This module explores the collaborative nature of product design, emphasizing the roles of various design team members and effective communication strategies. You'll learn to apply design thinking principles and create basic visual representations to bring your design concepts thttps://www.coursera.org/teach/microsoft-product-design-and-ux-ui-fundamentals/BSFtHQnBEfCRZA7iGUDKIw/content/question-bankso life.

What's included

7 videos13 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

7 videosTotal 24 minutes

Introduction to product design5 minutes
The design team symphony2 minutes
The design thinking journey2 minutes
Designing with Figma5 minutes
Wireframing with Figma5 minutes
Wireframing tips and tricks2 minutes
The power of design collaboration3 minutes

13 readingsTotal 130 minutes

Welcome to the Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals syllabus10 minutes
Microsoft AI Product Manager program set up10 minutes
A product manager's guide to understanding your team10 minutes
A day in the life of a design team10 minutes
Building a high performance team10 minutes
Microsoft Fluent design system overview10 minutes
Design thinking for product managers10 minutes
Design thinking in action10 minutes
Enterprise software design principles10 minutes
From idea to sketch10 minutes
Wireframing essentials10 minutes
Wireframing and prototyping best practices10 minutes
The role of wireframing in user testing10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 105 minutes

Sketching and wireframing30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software product ideation30 minutes
Understanding design roles15 minutes
How well do you know the design team?15 minutes
Design thinking15 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

The design team discussion10 minutes

This module delves into the core principles and processes of UX/UI design. You'll learn to create user-friendly and interactive interfaces that prioritize usability, accessibility, and user-centered design.

What's included

9 videos18 readings7 assignments

9 videosTotal 31 minutes

The heart of user-centric design2 minutes
Accessibility for all6 minutes
From idea to interface4 minutes
Unveiling user needs3 minutes
From prototyping ideas to interactive experiences3 minutes
Guiding the user's eye3 minutes
Heuristic evaluation introduction2 minutes
Heuristic evaluation in action5 minutes
Unlocking deeper insights2 minutes

18 readingsTotal 180 minutes

Usability matters10 minutes
Consistency is key10 minutes
Putting the user first10 minutes
Real-world UX/UI case studies10 minutes
UX/UI glossary10 minutes
Enterprise software design patterns10 minutes
User research 10110 minutes
Prototyping for success10 minutes
The art of user testing10 minutes
Navigating the design process as an entry-level PM10 minutes
Accessibility requirements for enterprise software10 minutes
Layout and visual hierarchy10 minutes
Engaging interactions10 minutes
Microinteractions that matter10 minutes
Communicating design ideas10 minutes
Insights from a usability testing session10 minutes
Beyond heuristics10 minutes
Leveraging user feedback10 minutes

7 assignmentsTotal 135 minutes

Evaluating user interfaces30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software UX/UI analysis30 minutes
UX/UI fundamentals15 minutes
The UX/UI process15 minutes
Engaging interfaces15 minutes
Can you craft an engaging interface?15 minutes
Heuristics 10115 minutes

This module focuses on developing visual representations of your product designs. You'll learn to create wireframes and mockups, utilizing industry-standard tools to communicate your design ideas effectively.

What's included

8 videos14 readings7 assignments

8 videosTotal 32 minutes

The power of visual communication2 minutes
The fidelity spectrum3 minutes
Wireframing fundamentals5 minutes
The power of visuals2 minutes
Creating mockups with design tools5 minutes
Design systems5 minutes
Choosing the right tool5 minutes
Enterprise UI design with Figma6 minutes

14 readingsTotal 140 minutes

Wireframes and mockups demystified10 minutes
When to use wireframes vs mockups10 minutes
The role of wireframing in agile development10 minutes
Communicating using designs10 minutes
Sketching your first wireframe10 minutes
Wireframing for mobile10 minutes
Wireframing case study10 minutes
Collaborating on wireframes10 minutes
From wireframes to mockups10 minutes
Mockups case study10 minutes
Microsoft design tool integration10 minutes
Collaboration and version control10 minutes
From mockups to code10 minutes
Evaluating design tools10 minutes

7 assignmentsTotal 135 minutes

Wireframes and mockup tools30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software interface design30 minutes
Wireframe or mockup?15 minutes
Wireframing basics15 minutes
Low-fidelity wireframes15 minutes
Mockup fundamentals15 minutes
Mockups and version control15 minutes

This module highlights the importance of user-centric design through user stories and product testing. You'll learn to craft compelling user stories, conduct various testing methods, and analyze feedback to refine your product designs and ensure a seamless user experience.

What's included

7 videos16 readings6 assignments

7 videosTotal 27 minutes

The user at the center2 minutes
Epics and themes5 minutes
Usability testing demystified5 minutes
From feedback to insights2 minutes
Designing and analyzing A/B test results5 minutes
The iterative design process5 minutes
The evolution of design3 minutes

16 readingsTotal 160 minutes

User stories beyond the sticky notes10 minutes
The anatomy of a user story10 minutes
User story mapping10 minutes
Enterprise user story patterns10 minutes
Conducting user interviews10 minutes
Remote usability testing10 minutes
The power of qualitative and quantitative data10 minutes
Championing user research10 minutes
Enterprise accessibility testing10 minutes
Identifying usability issues10 minutes
User feedback in action10 minutes
Communicating insights10 minutes
Prioritizing improvements10 minutes
Prototyping and testing iterations10 minutes
Iterative design in an agile environment10 minutes
Measuring success10 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes

Iterating on product designs30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software design validation30 minutes
Crafting effective user stories15 minutes
Which technique to use?15 minutes
Analyzing A/B tests15 minutes
User testing results15 minutes

This module explores the unique challenges and opportunities of designing user experiences for AI-powered products. You'll learn to create transparent and ethical AI interactions, balance automation with human control, and address design considerations specific to AI technologies in enterprise software. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you'll gain the skills to design user-centered AI experiences that are both effective and responsible.