Prof2IT: design systems — professional development course for IT teachers.
Kharkiv IT Cluster announces a new advanced training course for IT teachers on “Design Systems: from Basics to Implementation”. This course is designed for teachers who want to deepen their knowledge and gain practical skills in the field of design systems that will be useful for creating and improving digital products.
Course Objective
The course aims to provide teachers with a comprehensive understanding of design systems, from fundamental principles to implementation methods in real-world projects. Participants will learn how to create component libraries, integrate them into workflows, and maintain the relevance of design systems.
Course Speaker
🗣 Kateryna Kazachkova, Product and UX Designer
Course Details
🗓 Sessions: 6 classes + graduation project
🎦 Format: Online, Zoom
📊 Schedule: Tue, 17:15-18:30
🏆 Certificate: 4 ECTS credits
🔗 Register here due to 19 November: 👉 https://forms.gle/S6gzNfkSznXVn67EA
🚀Start: 12 November 2024
Course Content
0️⃣ Introductory session (self-paced): get familiar with the introductory material to assess your skill level and set expectations for the course
1️⃣ Session 1. Introduction to design systems and tools
Overview of key concepts and the importance of design systems. Introduction to popular tools like Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD.
2️⃣ Session 2. Core components of design systems
Analysis of key elements such as colors, typography, icons, and buttons.
3️⃣ Session 3. Creating a component library
Practical tips for creating and organizing a component library.
4️⃣ Session 4. Implementing design systems in projects
Strategies for integrating design systems into real projects and adapting them to development processes.
5️⃣ Session 5. Managing and maintaining design systems
Methods for managing and keeping design systems relevant amid constant change.
6️⃣ Session 6. Team collaboration with design systems
Ways to foster effective collaboration between designers, developers, and other team members.
7️⃣ Session 7. Course conclusion and future directions
Summary of key takeaways and discussion on future trends in design systems, including the influence of artificial intelligence.
Get acquainted with the course program
Who is this course for?
The course is aimed at educators in vocational, pre-tertiary, tertiary, and postgraduate education institutions who want to update and deepen their knowledge in design and technology.
Course tasks will be available on the DrivEd platform by PioGroup Software, for Kharkiv IT Cluster’s educational projects.
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