Build Clear, Intuitive Interfaces Through UX/UI Fundamentals
Understand user needs and develop the skills to design attractive, user-focused digital products through five short, practical lessons delivered to your inbox.
- 5–10 minute daily lessons, developed by IPL faculty and practitioners
- Frameworks you can apply the same day
- No cost, no obligation, unsubscribe anytime
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No cost, ever
What You'll Learn, Day by Day
Each lesson builds on the last, taking you from core concepts to practical application.
day 1
UX vs. UI: What's the Difference?
A clear distinction between user experience and user interface and why both matter.
day 2
Understanding User Needs
Methods for uncovering what users actually need from an interface, not just what they say.
day 3
Principles of Clear Interfaces
Core visual and interaction principles that make interfaces intuitive.
day 4
Communicating Design Decisions
How to explain and defend design choices to stakeholders and engineering teams.
day 5
Next Steps
Common mistakes in UX/UI design, best practices, and resources to continue building the skill.
A Preview of Day 1
Here’s an excerpt of exactly what lands in your inbox on day one.
Institute of Product Leadership
Day 1 of 5: UX vs. UI: What's the Difference?
Today's lesson
UX and UI are often used interchangeably, but they solve different problems. Today, you’ll learn the distinction and why confusing them leads to poorly designed products.
- The difference between user experience and user interface
- Why a beautiful UI can still fail on UX
- One question to ask before approving your next screen design
Tomorrow: Understanding User Needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course really free?
Yes. There is no cost, and no obligation to enroll in any IPL program, to receive the lessons.
How much time does each lesson take?
Each email is designed to be read in 5–10 minutes, with practical takeaways you can apply immediately.
Will I be contacted by an admissions advisor?
You may receive occasional relevant updates from IPL. You can unsubscribe at any time, and the course itself involves no sales calls.
Who is this course for?
Anyone who works closely with product design, including product managers, developers, and aspiring designers who want a working grasp of UX/UI principles.
What happens after the five days?
You will have a working understanding of UX/UI design fundamentals, and we will point you toward deeper resources, including IPL’s full programs, if you would like to continue.
Your First Lesson Is One Step Away
Five days. Five focused lessons. No cost, no obligation.