Free Online Design Course to Crack a Design Interview (Step-by-Step Guide)

Master design interview skills with step-by-step guidance in this free online course. Enroll today!

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Learning Objectives

1. Mastering the Interview Process

Navigating different interview stages, optimizing resumes, and gaining design inspiration for successful job applications.

2. Transitioning from Coding to Design

Utilizing social media for design trends, solving problems confidently, and curating portfolios with user-friendly prototypes for impressing hiring managers.

3. Standing Out in a Competitive Job Market

Focusing on whiteboard challenges, justifying work gaps, showcasing growth, and balancing technical skills on resumes effectively to get noticed by potential employers.

4. Winning Over a Journalist for an Interview

Suggesting ideal interview timings, resolving conflicts through effective communication, and negotiating mutually beneficial agreements for successful interactions.

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Who's it for

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    UI/UX Designers

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    Product Managers

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    Business Analysts

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    Marketing Professionals

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    Top-level Executives

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What will I learn

Chapter 1

Understanding Interview Stages

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Participants will learn about identifying their interview stage and navigating the interview journey. This chapter highlights the significance of knowing where one stands in the interview process to better prepare for each stage and make a positive impression on potential employers.

Chapter 2

Crafting Effective Resumes

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Emphasize the importance of focusing on professional content in resumes and avoiding unnecessary elements like photographs. Encourage participants to use resume space to highlight work experience and skills that are relevant to the position they are applying for. Provide tips on researching effective resume examples from reputable companies.

Chapter 3

Design Inspiration and Portfolio Building

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Discuss the importance of reviewing employee portfolios from companies where participants are applying for design inspiration. Encourage participants to leverage platforms like Behance, personal websites, Dribble, or Medium to showcase their work effectively. Emphasize the significance of choosing designs that fit their portfolio and resonate with their style.

Chapter 4

Transitioning to Design

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Share the journey of an individual transitioning from coding to design driven by a motivation to solve problems through design. Highlight the importance of staying updated on design trends and exploring photography-related content on social media. Emphasize the passion for design and practical solutions in addressing design challenges during this transition.

Chapter 5

Effective Communication in Interviews

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Provide strategies on how to effectively communicate with journalists to secure an interview. Discuss the importance of adjusting interview timings according to one's schedule and resolving conflicts amicably through clear communication. Emphasize the significance of understanding and addressing both parties' needs to reach a mutual agreement.

Meet your Mentor

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Kushagra Tripathi

UX Designer @ Paytm

Kushagra Tripathi is a highly skilled Senior UI/UX Designer at Paytm with a strong background in User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, and Design Thinking. With experience in Product Vision and User Research, Kushagra excels in creating user-friendly interfaces and providing constructive feedback to drive innovation and problem-solving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main pillars of Designing?

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The main pillars of designing include research, ideation, prototyping, testing, and implementation.

What is Designing, and why is it important to learn about?

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Designing is the process of creating solutions with a focus on user needs. Learning about it fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.

Is this Designing course designed for corporate training and workforce upskilling?

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Yes, the course is tailored to meet the needs of corporate training and enhance the skills of the workforce.

How long can I access the free online design course content?

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You can access the free online design course content for an unlimited period once you sign up.

Will I receive a certification upon completion of the free online design course course?

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Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a certification to showcase your new design skills.

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A Step by Step Guide to Crack the Design Interview

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Kushagra Tripathi

UX Designer @ Paytm

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