What did I learn in Bootcamp with UX/UI Design?

I thought UX/UI design can be the same as graphic design but I was wrong. My first thought in UX/UI design is to create a beautiful design and make it look fabulous.

After that I had learned from the Bootcamp it was totally different from what I think in the design path. It has taken me to another design perspective that also evokes me to be motivated and eager to explore UX/UI Design.

The first thing I want to talk about is UX research.

• You will be able to examine a brand and distinguish what qualifies a good design over a poor design.
• You will understand how to analyze competitors and synthesis research.
• You will understand how affinity diagramming is a means to gather and synthesize research.
• You will understand how to evaluate assets provided to you as a UI Designer.

The second thing is about the Principle of Visual Design.

• You will continue learning how to apply foundational principles of graphic design: typography, hierarchy, and color theory.
• You will understand the foundations of branding and logo design.
• You will have basic exposure to grids and layouts.

The third thing is about Interactive Design Principle.

• You will understand User Interaction (UI) patterns for web and mobile design, including responsive web design for web and iOS (Human Interface)/Android (Material Design) guidelines.
• You will understand how to conceptualize microinteractions and understand the value of microinteraction to a brand.

The fourth thing is about Design System.

• You will understand how to develop design systems, style guides, or UI kits for stakeholder or developer hand-off.

The last thing is about Collaboration, Communication, and Presentation. In my personal, I really enjoy collaborating and communicating with designers in our team. I can feel the teamwork, share the idea, and getting inspiration from each other.

• Giving and receiving design critique and feedback that is specific and actionable.
• Fostering open and transparent communication channels with your team and instructors.
• Communicating your process and design decisions with supporting research and best practices.
• Creating informative and professional design presentations that demonstrate the strong narrative structure and visual communication.
• Presenting design work confidently and professionally in front of varying audience sizes.

Overall I think it was a valuable learning experience in the design field. Design is always growing and get innovated. Learning is also nonstopping we need to keep our skills in the stage otherwise we might knick out by new generation.