In recent years, there’s been a shift in how and why we develop software, moving away from “it works” and moving towards “it works and it’s enjoyable to use.” The user is now at the center of the software we build, and user experience, or UX, is everything. But what exactly does that mean? How do you design, build, test, and quantify an experience for your users? In this course, User Experience Design Fundamentals, I’ll teach you the core concepts of UX and how it fits within the context of software development. First, you’ll learn basic terminology, concepts, and roles for UX work. Next, you’ll discover the different steps in the UX process–from research to information architecture, visual design to usability testing. Finally, you’ll review some case studies of how UX has been applied at real-world companies. When you’re finished with the course, you’ll have a foundational understanding of what UX is and how to incorporate user-first practices into your projects.
Author Name: Amber Israelsen
Author Description:
Amber has been a software developer and technical trainer for over two decades, sharing her expertise in AI, machine learning, AWS, and Power Apps with students around the world. She has a knack for making complex tech topics easy to grasp, whether you’re a developer, designer, or business professional. Amber holds certifications in machine learning, AWS, and various Microsoft technologies, including her experience as a former Microsoft Certified Trainer. With a strong background in visual com… more

Table of Contents

• Course Overview
  1min
• Getting Started
  12mins
• UX Design Terminology and Principles
  23mins
• Roles in UX
  11mins
• The UX Process: Company and Industry Research
  16mins
• The UX Process: User Research
  10mins
• The UX Process: Information Architecture
  5mins
• The UX Process: Wireframing and Visual Design
  10mins
• The UX Process: Usability Testing
  20mins
• Course Summary and Next Steps
  5mins