Free Intro to UX Design

Are you interested in UX Design, but have no prior experience or an idea of where to start? You’ve come to the right place!

In this two-hour class, we’ll explore the decision-making process that separates a good user experience from a great one, and learn some tools that you can implement in your own UX process today. All in real time, taught by an industry professional.

Come learn the basics and gain the skills you need to begin your UX Design journey!

Takeaways

Learn what the world of UX design encompasses and why it matters.

Understand what makes a product or feature delightful (or not so much).

Practice sketching as a tool to generate and communicate ideas.

Ready to continue on your learning journey?

Check out our course catalog to find your next step. Whether you’re looking to enhance your professional skill set in one of our part-time courses, or go for a complete career transformation by enrolling in one of our immersive courses, we’ve got you covered!

Preparation

A laptop is required for this workshop. If you'd like to follow along and build your own prototype, you'll need to set up an InVision account (free).

About the Instructor

Nick Anderson

Lead Instructor, User Experience Design Immersive

Nick Anderson is a designer, developer, and educator based in Denver. He’s created digital solutions for dozens of brands in over a decade of agency and product experience including Bacardi, Rovio (Angry Birds), Sonic Restaurants, and more. Currently, he teaches User Experience Design at General Assembly and has a long tenure as Board Chair and active member of the UX Product Advisory Board. Nick’s passion project is working as Co-Founder and Senior Lead Dad to his daughter Quinn, alongside his wife Katy and their two cats Gin and Tonic.

In recognition of his exemplary service in the classroom, Nick has been selected as a member of General Assembly's Distinguished Faculty program. Additionally, Nick is a Speaker's Bureau Member - General Assembly’s Speaker’s Bureau is a select group of distinguished faculty members chosen to serve as ambassadors and subject matter experts in data, design, marketing and technology. As an inaugural member, I was identified as a leading expert in Design to regularly share my expertise outside of the classroom by participating in industry conferences, events and other thought leadership opportunities on behalf of GA.

Host or Publisher General Assembly Denver