An intensive 4-week hands-on program, full of constant feedback and learning materials, that will help you add one realistic project to your portfolio.
01
Meaningful challenge
Choose from 15+ briefs that are worth solving.
02
Constant feedback
Get clear guidance on how to solve the problem.
03
Portfolio storytelling
Write a case study at the end that you are confident about.
Big names, worthy problems
Solve real-world problems for well-known companies from various industries: EdTech, MedTech, eCommerce, entertainment and many more.
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Result
Check the UX reality
Doing the hackathon might have been the best thing that happened to me as a designer. I've not only gained practical skills that I can apply to my work, but I've also expanded my network by connecting with like-minded individuals. The overall experience was both professional and fun, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to grow their skills and knowledge in the field of Product design.
Grace Kyalo, UX hackathon and UX reality participant
1st week
Discover
Average time needed: 8h/week
Choose from 10+ briefs for famous tech brands.
Define the problem.
Conceptualise on a solution.
Create a prototype.
Get constant feedback from Inès.
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Live class: Discovery in UX design
Monday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Workshop: How to write a usability test guide
Thursday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Group design review
Saturday, 15:00 CEST / 09:00 EDT
2nd week
Define
Average time needed: 8h/week
Write usability test brief.
Recruit users.
Do usability tests.
Refine your prototype.
Experiment based on user feedback.
Lay the foundations of your UI.
Get constant feedback from Inès.
Workshop How to talk with users
Monday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Live class: Elevate your UI skills
Tuesday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Group design review
Saturday, 15:00 CEST / 09:00 EDT
3rd week
Design
Average time needed: 8h/week
Create final designs.
Improve your UI.
Dribbble up your case study presentation.
Get constant feedback from Inès.
Live class: How to write an effective case.
Monday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Live class: How to create an effective portfolio
Thursday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Group design review
Saturday, 15:00 CEST / 09:00 EDT
4rd week
Deliver
Average time needed: 8h/week
Write the case study.
Get constant feedback from Inès.
⭐️ Add a project to your portfolio.
Live class: How to ace interviews
Monday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Graduation party
Thursday, 18:00 CEST / 12:00 EDT
Individual portfolio reviews by Inès
Monday — Saturday, individual slot for birds tickets
Your projects look alike, or you don't have enough of them. If you struggle to find a job and aren't confident about your portfolio — this is for you!
You can’t show your current projects and struggle to change the job.
Your projects lack the complete design process, and you struggle to land a UX job.
You are looking for a first UX education
Sorry, but the hackathon may be too hard for the first education as we will not cover the basics.
You don't know Figma
You need a sufficient command of Figma and basic UX knowledge because we will move fast.
6 weeks
01st of January 2024
Schedule a 15-min placement
call with Inès
Are we working alone or in groups?
Alone, but not lonely. 😉 The goal of this program is to add a new project to your portfolio that can show your value as a UX designer. So you’ll be working alone, but you can collaborate in groups to brainstorm ideas and will always get feedback from Inès and peers.
Can I participate if I just finished a bootcamp?
Yes, usually after a bootcamp, you have some theoretical knowledge and 1-2 cases in your portfolio, so it should be enough. Skills you need to have: Figma and UI skills, basic knowledge of UX process, written and spoken English.
I’m afraid I don’t have time, but I want to participate. Can I still do it?
That is no problem; you can move at your own pace. I will give you all the guidance and you will see how others complete the task so you can finish the project when you have time.
Can I do a project of my own?
Yes, you can, I can review the brief with you to ensure you have all the needed constraints.
Can I see the example of a brief and an end project?
Yes, I tested the program during the UX reality with Grace Kyalo. You can check the result here.
How feedback-giving will be organised?
There will be a Design Critique each week on Saturday and a feedback channel in Slack. All sessions will be available as a recording afterwards.
Will I still get the feedback if I decide to move at my own pace and do some work after the program finishes?
I can't promise this. But you can collaborate in the Slack community with your peers and ask for advice later, even when the program is officially over. But of course, for a better experience, I suggest you plan your schedule and commit ahead.
What is I don't like the program?
That's perfectly normal. Try the program for 5 days, if you don't like it, then. drop off — no questions asked :)