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Figma Introduction 1 Day Course Details This 1-day Introduction course helps you learn about the tools and features available in Figma, a leading interface design tool. We will guide you through the essentials of working in Figma, showing you how this powerful tool can elevate your design workflow. You'll explore best practices for creating responsive layouts, managing components, and collaborating in real-time. Plus, you'll gain hands-on experience by working on your own design projects. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Navigate the Figma interface Create and manage design components Design responsive layouts Add interactivity and animations to your designs Collaborate in real-time with team members Share your designs for feedback Export assets and prototypes Our goal is for you to be able to create professional-quality designs for websites, apps, and digital products using Figma.. Course Target Audience and delegate prerequisites: This course is intended for designers and developers who are new to Figma and who want to learn the interface and commonly used features.
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Full Course Outline The following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking. Introduction to Figma Understanding the Figma interface: Panels, tools, and navigation Overview of UX and UI design principles Differences between Figma and other design tools like Sketch, Adobe XD Creating your first Figma project: Setting up a workspace Understanding Figma’s cloud-based design environment Exploring Figma’s community resources: Templates and plugins Working with Frames and Grids Creating and organising frames: Artboards and canvases in Figma Setting up layout grids for responsive design: Columns, gutters, and rows Using Auto Layout for dynamic, responsive designs Nesting frames and managing frame hierarchies Applying constraints to ensure design adaptability across devices Understanding pixel density and working with multiple resolutions Designing with Components Creating reusable components: Buttons, menus, and design elements Nesting and managing component instances effectively Using variants for flexible, multi-state components Creating component libraries for team-wide use Syncing and updating components across your project Best practices for organising and naming components Prototyping in Figma Linking screens to create interactive, clickable prototypes Adding transitions, overlays, and animations for enhanced interactions Using smart animate to create smooth animations between states Testing prototypes on different devices and viewports Creating and managing multiple prototype flows Using interactive components to simulate user interactions Collaborating in Figma Real-time collaboration: Working simultaneously with team members Using Figma’s commenting and feedback tools for streamlined reviews Managing versions and design history: Reverting and branching designs Setting permissions and sharing designs with stakeholders Tips for effective team collaboration in Figma’s cloud environment Adding and Managing Assets Importing and managing images: PNG, JPEG, SVG, and more Working with vector graphics from Illustrator and other tools Masking techniques: Creating custom shapes and clipping masks Utilising Figma’s image editing tools: Cropping, scaling, and filtering Using images and assets from Figma’s built-in resources Organising and managing assets for easy access and reuse Exporting and Sharing Designs Exporting assets for web, mobile, and development handoff Understanding export formats: PNG, SVG, PDF, and more Preparing design specifications for developers: Using Figma’s Inspect tool Using Figma’s sharing options: Public, private, and team-based sharing Creating presentation-ready files and exporting design boards Presenting designs to stakeholders: Tips for effective communication
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