5 FREE Resources to Become a UX Designer from Scratch
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¡Hi Friends!
Embarking on the thrilling journey into the world of User Experience (UX) design is like setting sail on a vast sea of information in search of the treasure of knowledge. It's exciting to know that you have access to thousands of websites, blogs, social media accounts, and tutorials, all ready to provide you with the education you need. However, this wonderful adventure can sometimes feel like exploring a mountain of books without a clear map to tell you which ones will make you laugh and which ones will make you cry.
On this journey, I want to share with you my five most valuable allies, those who helped me navigate the uncharted waters of the UX world:
The Design Guide
This resource is the perfect companion for your first steps in the world of UX. It's like your best friend guiding you through the initial stages of this exciting journey.
The icing on the cake: at the end of each chapter, you'll find exercises that will help you assimilate what you've learned.
Link here: https://start.uxdesign.cc/why-design/?ref=sidebar
The Vault - Nguyen's Design Resource Stash
This resource is like a virtual chest full of articles and resources, organized impeccably in the style of Marie Kondo.
The icing on the cake: it will not only serve you well in the beginning but will continue to be valuable throughout your entire career.
Articles and Videos at Nielsen Norman Group
Two pioneers in the field of UX come together to create a blog brimming with resources, content, and tutorials, backed by their authority in the industry.
The icing on the cake: access to the articles is free.
Link here: https://www.nngroup.com/articles/
Medium
Here, designers share their stories and advice, creating a community of learning.
The icing on the cake: it's like a secret club for designers.
Link here: https://medium.com/
UX Tools
This resource is an endless source of practical lessons, resources, and updates for UX/UI enthusiasts.
The icing on the cake: it challenges you with exercises that will help you put into practice what you've learned.
Link here: https://uxtools.co/
I'm not sure how I would have navigated these waters from scratch without these resources. And guess what? If I've been able to do it, so can you.
So, if you're considering becoming a User Experience designer, remember: the opportunity is there, go for it, and never give up! 🚀😄
Did you know about these resources? Comment and let me know if you've used any of them or if you think I missed an essential resource for starting to learn UX.
Thanks for making it this far – more coming soon!
Big Hug from the UX-Verse,
Irene
