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Phase 1: Foundational Knowledge (Weeks 1-2 - 10 Days) Introduction to UI/UX Design (2 Days): What is UI/UX design? The design process (ideation, research, prototyping, testing) User-centered design principles UI vs UX: Understanding the distinction Design Thinking (2 Days): Understanding user needs and pain points Brainstorming and ideation techniques User empathy and research methods Design Principles & Elements (3 Days): Visual hierarchy, balance, and composition Typography, color theory, and branding Basic design software introduction (e.g., Figma, Sketch) Introduction to User Interface (UI) Design (3 Days): UI components (buttons, forms, menus, etc.) Design patterns and usability best practices Responsiveness and mobile-first design Phase 2: Building Skills (Weeks 3-6 - 20 Days) Interaction Design (4 Days): User flows, sitemaps, and wireframing Prototyping tools and techniques (low-fidelity, high-fidelity) User interaction patterns and microinteractions User Interface (UI) Design Deep Dive (6 Days): Advanced UI design techniques using chosen software Creating UI style guides and mood boards Design for accessibility and WCAG guidelines Usability Testing (4 Days): Planning and conducting user testing sessions Analyzing user behavior and data Iterative design based on user feedback Introduction to User Experience (UX) Research (6 Days): User research methods (surveys, interviews, user testing) User persona development and user journey mapping Information architecture and content strategy Phase 3: Putting it All Together (Weeks 7-8 - 15 Days) Project Work (10 Days): Work on a real-world UI/UX design project (individual or team) Apply the learned skills throughout the design process Receive feedback and iterate on designs Portfolio Development (5 Days): Learn how to curate a strong UI/UX design portfolio Showcase your design process and project outcomes Prepare for design job interviews