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

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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.

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 videos Total 24 minutes

Introduction to product design 5 minutes
The design team symphony 2 minutes
The design thinking journey 2 minutes
Designing with Figma 5 minutes
Wireframing with Figma 5 minutes
Wireframing tips and tricks 2 minutes
The power of design collaboration 3 minutes

13 readings Total 130 minutes

Welcome to the Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals syllabus 10 minutes
Microsoft AI Product Manager program set up 10 minutes
A product manager's guide to understanding your team 10 minutes
A day in the life of a design team 10 minutes
Building a high performance team 10 minutes
Microsoft Fluent design system overview 10 minutes
Design thinking for product managers 10 minutes
Design thinking in action 10 minutes
Enterprise software design principles 10 minutes
From idea to sketch 10 minutes
Wireframing essentials 10 minutes
Wireframing and prototyping best practices 10 minutes
The role of wireframing in user testing 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 105 minutes

Understanding design roles 15 minutes
How well do you know the design team? 15 minutes
Design thinking 15 minutes
Sketching and wireframing 30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software product ideation 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

The design team discussion 10 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 videos Total 31 minutes

The heart of user-centric design 2 minutes
Accessibility for all 6 minutes
From idea to interface 4 minutes
Unveiling user needs 3 minutes
From prototyping ideas to interactive experiences 3 minutes
Guiding the user's eye 3 minutes
Heuristic evaluation introduction 2 minutes
Heuristic evaluation in action 5 minutes
Unlocking deeper insights 2 minutes

18 readings Total 180 minutes

Usability matters 10 minutes
Consistency is key 10 minutes
Putting the user first 10 minutes
Real-world UX/UI case studies 10 minutes
UX/UI glossary 10 minutes
Enterprise software design patterns 10 minutes
User research 101 10 minutes
Prototyping for success 10 minutes
The art of user testing 10 minutes
Navigating the design process as an entry-level PM 10 minutes
Accessibility requirements for enterprise software 10 minutes
Layout and visual hierarchy 10 minutes
Engaging interactions 10 minutes
Microinteractions that matter 10 minutes
Communicating design ideas 10 minutes
Insights from a usability testing session 10 minutes
Beyond heuristics 10 minutes
Leveraging user feedback 10 minutes

7 assignments Total 135 minutes

UX/UI fundamentals 15 minutes
The UX/UI process 15 minutes
Engaging interfaces 15 minutes
Can you craft an engaging interface? 15 minutes
Heuristics 101 15 minutes
Evaluating user interfaces 30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software UX/UI analysis 30 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 videos Total 32 minutes

The power of visual communication 2 minutes
The fidelity spectrum 3 minutes
Wireframing fundamentals 5 minutes
The power of visuals 2 minutes
Creating mockups with design tools 5 minutes
Design systems 5 minutes
Choosing the right tool 5 minutes
Enterprise UI design with Figma 6 minutes

14 readings Total 140 minutes

Wireframes and mockups demystified 10 minutes
When to use wireframes vs mockups 10 minutes
The role of wireframing in agile development 10 minutes
Communicating using designs 10 minutes
Sketching your first wireframe 10 minutes
Wireframing for mobile 10 minutes
Wireframing case study 10 minutes
Collaborating on wireframes 10 minutes
From wireframes to mockups 10 minutes
Mockups case study 10 minutes
Microsoft design tool integration 10 minutes
Collaboration and version control 10 minutes
From mockups to code 10 minutes
Evaluating design tools 10 minutes

7 assignments Total 135 minutes

Wireframe or mockup? 15 minutes
Wireframing basics 15 minutes
Low-fidelity wireframes 15 minutes
Mockup fundamentals 15 minutes
Mockups and version control 15 minutes
Wireframes and mockup tools 30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software interface design 30 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 videos Total 27 minutes

The user at the center 2 minutes
Epics and themes 5 minutes
Usability testing demystified 5 minutes
From feedback to insights 2 minutes
Designing and analyzing A/B test results 5 minutes
The iterative design process 5 minutes
The evolution of design 3 minutes

16 readings Total 160 minutes

User stories beyond the sticky notes 10 minutes
The anatomy of a user story 10 minutes
User story mapping 10 minutes
Enterprise user story patterns 10 minutes
Conducting user interviews 10 minutes
Remote usability testing 10 minutes
The power of qualitative and quantitative data 10 minutes
Championing user research 10 minutes
Enterprise accessibility testing 10 minutes
Identifying usability issues 10 minutes
User feedback in action 10 minutes
Communicating insights 10 minutes
Prioritizing improvements 10 minutes
Prototyping and testing iterations 10 minutes
Iterative design in an agile environment 10 minutes
Measuring success 10 minutes

6 assignments Total 120 minutes

Crafting effective user stories 15 minutes
Which technique to use? 15 minutes
Analyzing A/B tests 15 minutes
User testing results 15 minutes
Iterating on product designs 30 minutes
Activity: Enterprise software design validation 30 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.

What's included

6 videos5 readings5 assignments

6 videos Total 28 minutes

Demystifying AI: Understanding the user perspective 4 minutes
Transparent AI design in Microsoft products 6 minutes
The human-AI partnership: Designing for collaboration 5 minutes
Designing for human-AI collaboration in Power BI 5 minutes
Responsible AI: Designing for fairness and inclusivity 5 minutes
Ethical AI design 4 minutes

5 readings Total 50 minutes

Communicating AI actions in the UI 10 minutes
Building trust with transparent AI 10 minutes
Empowering users in AI interactions 10 minutes
Design strategies for fairness 10 minutes
Explainable AI (XAI): Making AI decisions understandable 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 120 minutes

AI transparency audit 30 minutes
Transparency in AI 15 minutes
Human collaboration with AI 15 minutes
Activity: Designing an AI-powered feature for Microsoft Teams 30 minutes
Ethics in AI 30 minutes

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