Module 1: Introduction to UX Design for Developers
Defining UX and its importance in web application development
The role of UX design in the software development lifecycle
Bridging the gap between development and design
Exercise: Analysing successful UX in popular web applications
Module 2: User-Centred Design Principles
Understanding user needs, goals, and behaviours Introduction to user research methods
Personas and user journey mapping
Exercise: Creating user personas for a sample web application
Module 3: UX Design Fundamentals
Key UX laws: Hick's Law, Fitts' Law, Jakob's Law, and Miller's Law
Principles of simplicity, clarity, consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness
Cognitive load and information architecture
Exercise: Redesigning a complex interface using UX principles
Module 4: Interaction Design and Navigation
Designing intuitive navigation structures
Call-to-action strategies and best practices
Microinteractions and their impact on user experience
Exercise: Improving navigation and interactions in a web application prototype
Module 5: Visual Design for Developers
Basics of visual hierarchy and layout
Colour theory and typography for web applications
Consistency in design systems
Exercise: Creating a simple design system for a web application
Module 6: Prototyping and Wireframing
Rapid prototyping techniques for developers
Tools for creating wireframes and interactive prototypes
Translating UX concepts into development-ready designs
Module 7: Usability Testing and Iteration
Planning and conducting usability tests
Analysing usability test results
Iterative design process and continuous improvement
Exercise: Conducting a usability test and proposing improvements
Module 8: Accessibility in UX Design
Understanding web accessibility standards (WCAG)
Designing for users with disabilities
Tools and techniques for testing accessibility
Legal aspects of web accessibility
Exercise: Auditing and improving the accessibility of a web application
Module 9: Responsive and Multi-Device Design
Principles of responsive web design
Mobile-first approach and its benefits
Designing for diverse screen sizes and devices
Exercise: Adapting a desktop design for mobile and tablet devices
Module 10: Performance Optimisation for UX
Impact of performance on user experience
Techniques for optimising web application performance
Balancing rich features with performance
Exercise: Identifying and resolving performance issues in a web application
Module 11: Error Prevention and Recovery
Designing intuitive forms and input validation
Error message design and placement
Providing clear feedback and guidance to users
Exercise: Improving form design and error handling in a web application
Module 12: Integrating UX into Development Workflows
Collaboration between UX designers and developers
Version control for design assets
Agile UX and iterative development processes
Exercise: Creating a UX-enhanced development workflow for a team project
Module 13: Measuring UX Success
Key performance indicators (KPIs) for UX
Tools for tracking user behaviour and gathering feedback
A/B testing for UX improvements
Exercise: Setting up UX metrics for a web application
Module 14: Capstone Project
Applying UX principles to redesign a real-world web application
Presentation and peer review of projects
Developing an action plan for implementing UX improvements in your organisation