Day 2. What is UX Design and my first Wireframe

  • UXD - User Experience Design
  • HCD - Human-centered Design. 
  • Design can influence user behavior. 
  • Think like a user, prioritize the user. Ask yourself: "How will this impact the user's experience?" It should contribute to a user experience that is intuitive, enjoyable and fulfills a specific need.  

Task: create a Figma account. A lot of UX design professionals consider Figma to be the launchpad into the world of UX/UI design

Task: create my first Wireframe in Figma. A feed strip for a streaming app. 



  • UX Design is the process of creating products that provide meaningful and relevant experiences. It is the art and science of building interfaces that are intuitive, efficient, and provide a positive and engaging experience. 
  • Why does UX design matter? Today there are a lot of demands on a user's attention, which means that the quality of the user experience can make or break a product or a service.  
  • Examples of good UX design: clear navigation, intuitive search, filter capabilities, auto fill, saved and stored information, seamless checkout process.   
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