Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.1: Tools & Foundations

In Part 1 of the Figma UI UX Design Essentials series taught by experienced designer Dan Scott, you’ll learn the core tools and foundational skills to start designing user interfaces with confidence—even if you’re brand new to design. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to create wireframes, apply key design principles, and structure your work to align with client expectations. , This course offers a beginner-friendly introduction to the UX design process, including how to define a brief, create UX personas, and lay out simple wireframes. You’ll also gain hands-on practice through class projects and get familiar with the Figma interface, tools, and workflows. This course is perfect for aspiring UX designers, developers, or anyone looking to break into the digital design industry. What makes this course unique is its approachable, project-based style and Dan’s clear, encouraging teaching that demystifies design jargon and helps you build real-world skills from day one. Instructor bio: Daniel Walter Scott is a digital designer, Adobe Certified Instructor, and founder of Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL). With over 14 years of teaching experience, he has helped thousands of learners worldwide master design and creative software across print, web, video, and now 3D. Daniel is an Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor who combines industry expertise with a teaching style that’s practical, engaging, and memorable. Originally from New Zealand, Daniel has lived and taught across Australia, Ireland, and beyond—sharing his skills with a truly global creative community. He’s passionate about helping students build real-world skills they can carry into their careers and creative projects. When he’s not teaching, Daniel enjoys life with his Irish wife and kids. He brings this personal, down-to-earth perspective into his courses, making complex tools feel approachable and fun to learn.