Adobe XD Masterclass: Learn Web Design UI & UX Design from Udemy

Adobe XD is the next big thing in the design industry. Learn how to use it to create better designs, impress your work colleagues or your boss, start a new business, or charge more for your freelancing projects.

Note: Adobe XD doesn't work on Windows 7 or 8.

This training is perfect for people of all levels. It doesn't matter if you're a long-time Photoshop user, an Illustrator enthusiast or you're just getting started. Adobe XD will make you a better UI & UX designer. Here's what you'll learn:

The fundamentals of Adobe XD - how to get up and running with it;
How to use Adobe XD's advanced features;
Design beautiful UI (user interface) projects: websites, mobile apps, presentations of all sorts;
Learn how to apply UX (user experience) principles without getting overwhelmed by loads of theory;
Create interactive prototypes that will impress clients;
Help your clients make more money by making key design changes to their websites;

Who is this training program for?

Anybody that wants to learn about the next big thing in the design world;
People who are not happy with Photoshop's performance - it's so slow sometimes.
Web designers who want to make more money from their projects;
People who need to create sleek and professional presentations (forget PowerPoint. );
App designers who want to quickly create iOS or Android apps;
Developers who want a better handover process from designers;
Project managers that need interactive prototypes done fast;

If you don't have a lot of time to learn about various design programs, then this is the best course for you. Adobe XD is easy to learn and you'll see how through fun exercises and activities, you'll become proficient in no time at all.

"Get great results as fast as possible. " - that's how I've created this course. We don't waste time with boring theory. We start with the absolute basics and we work our way up, gradually, step by step. This is beginner friendly, but in the later sections advanced users will have a lot to learn too.

Important Features Included:

Course workbooks (cheat sheets): use them to get up and running fast. They contain answers to most questions, detailed explanations about certain techniques shown in the videos, and much more;
Live chat: my students frequently find me on our Discord group chat. This is a free program where you can chat with my fantastic community of students, ask questions, and get help fast. I'm regularly on there.
All the sources files are included (.xd files): this means you can easily work along and pick things up at any point
Facebook group: get access to a private group of over 7000 people who regularly share their designs, insights, and comments.

What's inside

Syllabus

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Covers UI and UX principles, which are essential for creating user-friendly and visually appealing designs, making it highly relevant for aspiring and practicing designers

Teaches how to create interactive prototypes, which allows designers to showcase their designs and gather feedback from clients, improving the design process and client satisfaction

Explores responsive design principles, which are crucial for creating websites that adapt to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring a consistent user experience across platforms

Includes course workbooks and cheat sheets, which provide quick references and detailed explanations, accelerating the learning process and helping students grasp key concepts efficiently

Requires Windows users to have a version newer than Windows 8, which may exclude some learners who have not yet upgraded their operating systems

Features live chat and a Facebook group, which fosters a supportive community where students can ask questions, share their work, and receive feedback from peers and the instructor

Reviews summary

Practical adobe xd for ui/ux design

According to students, this course provides a strong, practical foundation in Adobe XD for UI/UX design. Learners highlight the instructor's clear explanations and the course's focus on real-world applications through hands-on projects. While excellent for beginners looking to learn the software and core principles, some reviewers note that the 'advanced' sections might not be sufficiently in-depth for experienced designers. Overall, it is seen as a highly effective and engaging introduction.

Good coverage of creating interactive prototypes.

"Learned how to create interactive prototypes that are realistic and impressive. This section was particularly valuable."

"The prototyping lessons were clear and demonstrated the power of XD for creating user flows and animations."

"Mastering prototyping in XD was a key goal, and this course delivered on that front."

Excellent starting point for those new to Adobe XD.

"Perfect for beginners like me who had no prior experience with Adobe XD or UI/UX design."

"Started from scratch and now feel confident using XD for my projects. The course is very accessible."

"Great introduction to the software and the basics of UI/UX. The pace was just right for learning the fundamentals."

Course emphasizes hands-on projects and real-world use.

"The course is very practical. It gives you hands-on projects and real-world examples of how to use Adobe XD."

"Loved building the website and mobile app project - it felt very relevant to actual design work I'd be doing."

"I learned practical tools and strategies that I could apply immediately to my work as a freelancer."

The instructor's teaching style is highly praised.

"The instructor explains everything clearly and simply, making it very easy to follow along even if you're completely new to XD."

"I appreciate the concise and easy-to-understand way concepts are presented. It helps solidify the learning."

"His explanations were thorough and the examples used were very practical. I felt I learned a lot from his guidance."

Some feel 'advanced' sections lack depth for experts.

"While great for the basics, the sections labeled 'advanced' didn't go as deep as I expected for someone with prior design experience."

"Could use more in-depth coverage on complex topics or optimization techniques for larger projects."

"Felt the advanced parts were more like intermediate tips rather than true deep dives."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Adobe XD Masterclass: Learn Web Design UI & UX Design with these activities:

Review Photoshop and Illustrator Fundamentals

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Reinforce your understanding of Photoshop and Illustrator, as the course contrasts Adobe XD with these tools.

Browse courses on Adobe Photoshop

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Open Photoshop and Illustrator and review basic tools.
Practice creating simple graphics and editing images.
Compare the workflows in Photoshop and Illustrator.

Review 'Don't Make Me Think' by Steve Krug

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Understand core UX principles to enhance your designs in Adobe XD.

View Don't Make Me Think, Revisited: A Common Sense... on Amazon

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Read the book and take notes on key usability principles.
Identify examples of good and bad usability in websites and apps.
Apply the principles to your own Adobe XD projects.

Design a Mobile App Interface

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Apply your Adobe XD skills to create a complete mobile app interface, reinforcing your understanding of UI/UX design principles.

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Define the purpose and target audience of the app.
Sketch out the user flows and key screens.
Design the interface in Adobe XD, focusing on usability and aesthetics.
Create an interactive prototype to test the user experience.

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Write a Blog Post on Adobe XD Features

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Solidify your knowledge of Adobe XD by explaining its features and benefits in a blog post.

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Choose a specific Adobe XD feature to focus on.
Research the feature and its use cases.
Write a clear and concise blog post explaining the feature.
Include screenshots and examples to illustrate your points.

Build an Interactive Prototype

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Master prototyping in Adobe XD by creating a complex, interactive prototype for a website or app.

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Plan the user flows and interactions.
Design the screens in Adobe XD.
Use Adobe XD's prototyping tools to create interactive elements.
Test the prototype and iterate on the design.

Read 'Refactoring UI' by Adam Wathan and Steve Schoger

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Improve your UI design skills by learning practical techniques from 'Refactoring UI'.

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Read the book and take notes on key UI design principles.
Apply the principles to your own Adobe XD projects.
Experiment with different design techniques to improve your UI.

Follow Advanced Adobe XD Tutorials

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Refine your Adobe XD skills by following advanced tutorials on topics like auto-animate and advanced prototyping.

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Search for advanced Adobe XD tutorials on YouTube or other platforms.
Choose a tutorial that focuses on a specific feature or technique.
Follow the tutorial step-by-step and practice the techniques.

Career center

Learners who complete Adobe XD Masterclass: Learn Web Design UI & UX Design will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

User Interface Designer

A User Interface Designer focuses on the visual elements of a digital product, ensuring it is aesthetically pleasing and easy to navigate. This course helps those looking to take on the job of User Interface Designer. The course teaches students how to use Adobe XD to design user interfaces for websites, mobile apps, and presentations. A User Interface Designer will find helpful the lessons on working with colors, grids, and alignment tools, as well as the more advanced features such as components and repeat grids. Taking this masterclass will help a User Interface Designer create interactive prototypes and responsive designs, improve their design workflow, and impress clients with sleek and professional presentations.

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User Experience Designer

A User Experience Designer focuses on the overall feel and usability of a product, conducting user research and creating user flows to optimize the user's journey. This course helps those looking to take on the job of User Experience Designer. The course emphasizes UX principles while teaching users how to use Adobe XD. Lessons on prototyping, interactive design, and responsive design are especially helpful for a User Experience Designer. With this masterclass, a User Experience Designer can create interactive prototypes, apply UX principles, and optimize the user experience for websites and mobile apps. This course is particularly valuable for those looking to create professional presentations.

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Web Designer

A Web Designer plans, creates, and codes internet sites and webpages, many of which combine text with sounds, pictures, graphics, and video clips. If you are hoping to take on the job of Web Designer, this course will be integral to your success. The masterclass focuses on teaching you how to design functional and aesthetically pleasing websites using Adobe XD. It covers the fundamentals of web design, including creating website headers, content areas, and footers. As a Web Designer, you will find the sections on responsive design, prototyping, and interactive design particularly useful. This masterclass equips you with the skills to impress clients and increase project earnings.

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Mobile App Designer

As a Mobile App Designer, you will be responsible for the layout and design of mobile applications, ensuring a user-friendly and visually appealing experience. This course may be helpful for a Mobile App Designer, to learn how to use Adobe XD to design iOS and Android apps quickly. The course covers UI and UX principles that you, as a Mobile App Designer, will find helpful in creating interactive prototypes. The masterclass provides a solid foundation in the design process, from basic tools to advanced features like components and repeat grids. This can enable the Mobile App Designer to streamline your workflow and create high-quality mobile app designs and presentations.

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Interaction Designer

An Interaction Designer focuses on creating engaging and intuitive interactions between users and digital products. This course may be useful for an Interaction Designer. This course will teach you how to create interactive prototypes using Adobe XD. You will find the sections on trigger types, transition animations, and auto-animate particularly relevant to your work as an Interaction Designer. By mastering Adobe XD, this course can enhance your ability to design user interfaces and user experiences that are both functional and engaging. As an Interaction Designer looking to develop your prototyping skills, this course is right for you.

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Product Designer

A Product Designer is involved in the complete lifecycle of a product, from initial concept to final execution, focusing on both usability and aesthetics. This course may be useful for a Product Designer. The course covers many different areas, from UI design to UX principles, responsive design, and prototyping. A Product Designer will find that lessons on designing websites, mobile apps, and presentations, combined with interactive elements, are all directly applicable to a Product Designer's work. The course helps Product Designers create interactive prototypes that will impress clients, and improve their design workflow.

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Freelance Designer

As a Freelance Designer, it is important to be well versed in UI and UX design. This course teaches you how to use Adobe XD to create better designs, and charge more for your freelancing projects. You will learn the fundamentals of Adobe XD, how to design websites, mobile apps, and presentations, and how to create interactive prototypes. As a Freelance Designer, you will appreciate the practical approach of the course, which emphasizes hands-on exercises and real-world projects. This masterclass can enable a Freelance Designer to expand your skill set, attract new clients, and increase the profitability of your design projects.

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Digital Designer

A Digital Designer creates visual concepts for digital media, including websites, apps, and online advertisements. This course may be useful for a Digital Designer. This course teaches you how to use Adobe XD to design user interfaces for various digital platforms. It covers the fundamentals of design, including working with colors, shapes, and typography. It also explores advanced features like repeat grids and components. As a Digital Designer, you may find taking this masterclass helpful to enhance your design skills and create professional-quality designs for websites, apps, and online media.

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Graphics Designer

A Graphics Designer's work consists of creating designs in digital or printable form to convey a specific message or identity. This course may be useful for a Graphics Designer. This course on Adobe XD is primarily focused on UI and UX design which is helpful for digital product design. The course covers some elements of graphic design. As a Graphics Designer, you will find the sections on working with colors, shapes, and typography helpful in creating visually appealing designs. The masterclass can enhance your digital design skills, but keep in mind it is not a replacement for a core graphic design course.

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Marketing Specialist

A Marketing Specialist implements marketing campaigns and strategies to promote a company's products or services. This course may be useful for a Marketing Specialist. The course on Adobe XD may enable you to create visually appealing presentations and interactive prototypes. As a Marketing Specialist, you may find that the ability to create sleek and professional presentations enhances your ability to communicate your ideas and strategies effectively. The masterclass can provide you with the design skills to enhance your marketing materials and presentations.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. This course may be useful for a Project Manager. This course focuses on Adobe XD, a tool for UI and UX design. The course teaches you how to create interactive prototypes, which can be valuable for showcasing project progress and gathering feedback. As a Project Manager, you are likely to find the ability to create prototypes useful for communicating design ideas. This masterclass can enhance your ability to create prototypes for project presentations.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer creates documentation and user guides for technical products and services. This course may be useful for a Technical Writer. This course focuses on Adobe XD, a tool for UI and UX design. While creating user documentation, having a visual reference for UI/UX can be extremely helpful. As a Technical Writer, you may find an increased familiarity with the UI/UX design process helpful in crafting well-written and useful documents for your users. This course can improve your understanding of the products you may be documenting.

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Customer Success Manager

A Customer Success Manager builds relationships with customers, ensuring they are satisfied with a company's products or services, and helping them achieve their goals. This course may be useful for a Customer Success Manager. This course focuses on Adobe XD, a tool for UI and UX design. While it might not directly apply to the daily tasks of a customer success manager, a solid grounding in UI/UX can allow you to understand and more deeply empathize with users' needs. As a Customer Success Manager, you may find an understanding of UI/UX design assists your support of your users.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst collects, processes, and analyzes data to identify trends and insights that can inform business decisions. This course may be useful for a Data Analyst. A Data Analyst may not see much use from this course on Adobe XD, but any skill in communication can be useful. The course teaches the student to utilize Adobe XD to create various presentations. As a Data Analyst, you may find presentation skills useful when reporting on your findings.

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Social Media Manager

A Social Media Manager is responsible for developing and implementing a company's social media strategy to increase brand awareness and engagement. The course may be useful for a Social Media Manager, to learn how to create visually appealing posts. However, this course will not directly help you grow followers or create content pillars. As a Social Media Manager, you may find that prototyping in Adobe XD is not within your day to day. It would be better to take a course specific to social media.

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