Designing and Prototyping Interfaces with Figma – Second Edition: Elevate your design craft with UX/UI principles and create interactive prototypes

Designing and Prototyping Interfaces with Figma – Second Edition: Elevate your design craft with UX/UI principles and create interactive prototypes

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Explore the latest Figma features with this newly updated 2nd edition, including Variables and Conditional Prototyping. Learn cutting-edge design principles and create captivating interfaces with this full-color guide.

Key FeaturesExplore Figma’s latest features, including Variables and Conditional Prototyping, to create dynamic and responsive interfacesIntegrate AI capabilities and optimize your workflow with the latest Figma pluginsCreate engaging, interactive prototypes that captivate your users and stakeholdersPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook Description

Are you a UI/UX designer eager to learn the art of creating compelling interfaces using Figma? Look no further! The highly anticipated new edition is here to transform your creative journey.

Explore Figma’s latest features and delve into the power of variables and conditional Prototyping. Get ready to transform your static designs into dynamic, interactive prototypes, offering users and stakeholders an immersive experience. Stay at the forefront of design innovation with insights into integrating AI capabilities and optimizing your workflow with the latest Figma plugins. With user-centric design at its core, this book guides you through mastering design thinking, enabling you to tackle complex design challenges with ease. One unique aspect of this edition is its focus on effective communication. Learn how to convey your design vision clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. In the rapidly changing world of UI/UX design, iteration is key. This book will teach you how to gather user feedback and iterate on your designs by creating interactive prototypes.

Whether you’re new to Figma or a seasoned pro, this comprehensive guide equips you with the skills to create captivating interfaces, fosters creativity and problem-solving, and makes you an indispensable, forward-thinking designer.

What you will learnCreate high-quality designs that cater to your users’ needs, providing an outstanding experienceMastering mobile-first design and responsive design conceptsIntegrate AI capabilities into your design workflow to boost productivity and explore design innovationCraft immersive prototypes with conditional prototyping and variablesCommunicate effectively to technical and non-technical audiencesDevelop creative solutions for complex design challengesGather and apply user feedback through interactive prototypesWho this book is for

This book is for aspiring UX/UI designers who want to get started with Figma as well as established designers who want to migrate to Figma from other design tools. This guide will provide you a walkthrough of the entire process of creating a full-fledged prototype for a responsive interface using all the tools and features that Figma has to offer. As a result, this book is suitable for both UX and UI designers, product and graphic designers, as well as anyone who wants to explore the complete design process from scratch.

Table of ContentsExploring Figma and Transitioning from Other ToolsStructuring Moodboards, Personas, and User Flows within FigJamGetting to Know Your Design EnvironmentWireframing a Mobile-First Experience Using Vector ShapesDesigning Consistently Using Grids, Colors, and TypographyCreating a Responsive Mobile Interface Using Auto LayoutBuilding Components and Variants in a Collaborative WorkspaceUser Interface Design on Tablet, Desktop, and the WebPrototyping with Transitions, Smart Animate, and Interactive Components

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From the Publisher

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expert insight bookexpert insight book How has your experience helped you write Designing and Prototyping Interfaces with Figma?

I’m a Figma Community Leader and educator, and conducting Figma workshops has enriched my understanding of user needs and design challenges. This has helped me learn how to explain complex concepts in an accessible way, meaning the book provides value to readers of all levels.

My involvement in the Figma community keeps me updated on the latest trends, which I’ve included in the book, to offer comprehensive guidance for mastering Figma, supported by real-world applications and expert insights.

What sets this book apart?

This guide covers both the basics and advanced features of the leading UX/UI tool Figma. Whether you’re new to design or a seasoned pro, you’ll gain the practical skills you need to turn concepts into dynamic prototypes. You’ll also learn to collaborate seamlessly and master the latest design trends, all within Figma’s powerful framework, allowing you to excel in the ever-evolving world of digital design.

Comprehensive Understanding of Figma: Navigate Figma’s wide range of features, including smart animate and auto layout. Collaboration and Teamwork: Leverage Figma’s collaborative features including real-time feedback, design libraries, and version control. Responsive Design Mastery: Design adaptable interfaces for mobile, tablet, and desktop platforms for a seamless user experience across devices. Prototyping Techniques: Create interactive prototypes with transitions, smart animate, and interactive components, enhancing design fidelity and usability. Real-world Applications: Apply the lessons learned through practical examples and tutorials, turning theoretical knowledge into actual design projects.

Learning Keys

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Discover UX fundamentals with FigJam

Jumpstart your journey into user experience design with FigJam. Discover the basics of UX principles, and leverage FigJam’s intuitive collaborative tools to brainstorm, map out user flows, and create effective mood boards.

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Seamlessly migrate from other tools to Figma

Transitioning to Figma from other design tools like Adobe XD or Sketch? Get the most out of your previous projects by learning how to import files and the key differences between the tools.

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Create wireframes for your ideas

Learn how to transform your ideas into structured and functional wireframes. You’ll lay out the foundational structure of your interfaces, setting the stage for high-fidelity designs.

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Design with auto layout and constraints

Master Figma’s auto layout and constraints to create flexible and responsive designs, ensuring your designs adapt seamlessly to different screen sizes and orientations.

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Enhance your workflow with collaboration

Discover how Figma’s collaborative features can streamline your design process. Learn about real-time co-editing, feedback loops, and version control to keep your team aligned and projects on track.

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Structure advanced components and variants

Elevate your design system with advanced components and variants, learning how to build a scalable library of design elements that can be reused and customized across projects, saving time and ensuring consistency.

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Make your design fully responsive

Make your design stand out on every device using Figma’s features to ensure interfaces are responsive, adapting to various screen sizes and resolutions without losing integrity.

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Go advanced with variables and conditional prototyping

Push the boundaries of prototyping in Figma by using variables and conditional logic, exploring how to create more dynamic and interactive prototypes that can simulate real-world applications more closely.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Packt Publishing; 2nd ed. edition (December 29, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 464 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1835464602
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1835464601
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.75 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.94 x 9.25 inches

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