Self-taught UX education and career tips with Gene Kamenez @ UXcel

Описание: Gene Kamenez of UXcel talks about learning design beyond traditional degrees. UXcel can be described as the DuoLingo of design education. As a complement to traditional degrees and boot camps, they offer fun and interactive 5-minute design lessons.

I chatted with co-founder and CEO Gene Kamenez about the pros and cons of traditional design education, how to teach yourself the skills you need, and how to get into the field of UX and design.

0:00 Intro
6:00 The challenges of self-education
9:58 Challenges for people who want to break into UX
17:20 The importance of mastering the tools you use
26:30 Resources for people who want to get into UX
29:20 Landing your first UX gig
33:15 Find and connect with your industry heroes
34:46 Celebrate your milestones

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