During my career as a designer, I've always been self-studying UI/UX product design. Through continuous learning, honing my craft, and improving my portfolio, I landed my dream job with the salary I desired. I'm sharing the courses I've taken to help other designers on their journey.
UI/UX/Product design: Master Digital Product Design by Rob Sutcliffe
This course has provided me with new perspectives on the current UI/UX/Product industry. While the instructor may come across as opinionated, it's important for designers to have their own values and voice. I cannot emphasize enough how critical thinking is essential for pursuing a career in design. I highly recommend this course; I guarantee you will learn a lot about how to think as a designer.
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UX Research: The Ultimate Guide to Usability and UX by David Travis
This course has been a game-changer to learn user research skills. However, as of 2024, I've realized it might not cover all aspects of product design. Conducting in-depth research like anthropological studies in your day-to-day work can be challenging without the right UX research resources which most small-medium sized organizations won't have. But don't worry! You'll still gain fresh perspectives on design and learn how to conduct your own research. Plus, by the end, you'll have a portfolio aligned with its curriculum.
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Product & business: Become a Product Manager by Evan Kimbrell
One of the crucial skills for a product designer is understanding business. Product managers need to grasp product design principles, while product designers should comprehend the responsibilities of product managers. The daily tasks of product managers and designers often overlap. In our team, while awaiting the arrival of a new product manager, I took the initiative to write product requirement documents (PRDs) and managed ongoing projects. By reading the book "INSPIRED," which I recommended, along with taking this course, you'll gain a broader perspective on how product designers and product managers should collaborate effectively.
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[Free] Google Product Design
Can you believe this insightful course is free? Google designers guide you through the step-by-step product design process utilized by the Google team. You'll gain valuable insights into product and business. I completed this course and developed a case study benefiting digital nomads worldwide, ultimately leading to my job at Hopin. Don't pass up this learning opportunity!
