Web Experiences with Balsamiq and Figma Training Course
Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.
Course Overview
| Course Title | Web Experiences with Balsamiq and Figma Training Course |
| Organization | Tech For Development (T4D) |
| Venue | Tech For Development (T4D) Training Center along Tala Road, Runda, Nairobi |
| Duration | TBA days |
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| Course Fees (Face-to-Face) | TBA |
| Course Fees (Virtual) | |
| Training Modes | Virtual and face-to-face training |
| Payment | Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course |
| Accreditation | Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion |
This comprehensive training course equips participants with the essential skills to design, prototype, and refine web experiences using Balsamiq and Figma. Covering everything from initial concept sketches to interactive prototypes, this course offers hands-on practice and real-world applications to transform ideas into dynamic web interfaces. This structured approach ensures that participants not only learn the tools but also apply their skills through practical case studies, solidifying their understanding and enhancing their real-world capabilities.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience:
- Web designers and developers
- UX/UI designers
- Product managers
- Digital marketers
- Anyone interested in enhancing their web design and prototyping skills
Personal Impact:
- Participants will gain a robust understanding of web design principles and prototyping techniques.
- They will be adept at using Balsamiq and Figma to create effective low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes,
- Emprove their ability to communicate design ideas and refine user experiences.
Organizational Impact:
- Organizations will benefit from improved design processes and enhanced web interfaces.
- Streamline design workflows, develop user-centric designs, and foster better collaboration between design and development teams.
- Leads to more efficient project delivery and higher quality user experiences.
Course Objectives:
- Master the fundamentals of web design and prototyping.
- Utilize Balsamiq for effective low-fidelity wireframing.
- Employ Figma for creating interactive, high-fidelity prototypes.
- Refine design concepts based on user feedback and testing.
- Apply real-world case studies to reinforce learning and practical application.
Course Modules
Course Module:
Module 1: Introduction to Web Design & Low-Fidelity Prototyping with Balsamiq
- Overview of web design principles.
- Introduction to Balsamiq and its features.
- Creating low-fidelity wireframes to outline website structure and content.
- Develop a wireframe for a fictional e-commerce homepage.
Module 2: Advanced Wireframing Techniques & User Flows with Balsamiq
- Advanced Balsamiq techniques for detailed wireframes.
- Designing user flows and interactive elements.
- Best practices for wireframing complex web pages.
- Design a multi-page wireframe for a user registration and login process.
Module 3: High-Fidelity Prototyping with Figma
- Introduction to Figma and its interface.
- Creating high-fidelity prototypes with Figma.
- Adding interactive components and transitions.
- Create a high-fidelity prototype for a blog article page, incorporating interactive elements.
Module 4: User Testing & Refinement Techniques
- Conducting user testing with prototypes.
- Analyzing feedback and iterating on designs.
- Techniques for refining designs based on user insights.
- Refine the previous day’s prototype based on user feedback and create an updated version.
Day 5: Integrating Prototypes into the Development Workflow
- Preparing prototypes for handoff to development teams.
- Tools and methods for effective collaboration between designers and developers.
- Best practices for maintaining design consistency throughout the development process.
- Create a complete design handoff package for a responsive website, including specifications and assets.
Course Administration
Methodology
Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation & Airport Transfer
Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].
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