Figma is a key UX tool—for UX and interaction designers, of course, but also for business constituents who can use it to get up to speed, as well as developers who can use it to collect and hand off assets. In this course, instructor Brian Wood shows you how to share comments, designs, technical assets, and more with your Figma project. Brian explains how to invite others to join your project, follow along in observation mode, and add, view, and manage comments. He goes over how to export assets, share prototypes, share your work with developers, and more. Brian also covers how to create a team in Figma and how to create and use a team library.

Learn how to use Figma, the collaborative interface design tool. This course introduces the features and concepts you’ll need to know to start your first user experience (UX) design project in Figma. Find out how to create new files, segment your project for multiple screens and devices, and start adding content, including shapes, images, drawing, effects, and text. Instructor Brian Wood then shows how to work smarter—not harder—using Figma features like layers, reusable formatting, and components. In the final chapters, you can add interactions to the mix to build functional prototypes that really tell the whole story of your design to collaborators and clients.

Note: This course was created by Brian Wood. We are pleased to offer this training in our library.

Do you use Figma for review and collaboration, use it for interaction design, or just need a quick introduction to this tool? In this course, instructor Eric Nordquist steps through creating projects in Figma, then shows you how to use prototyping, collaborate with other designers, and export your files. Eric begins by introducing you to Figma, explaining the differences between the online and desktop versions, as well as how to design a file. Then he covers all the main steps in creating a project, such as creating the hero section, applying Auto Layout, using masks, and more. Eric explains prototyping and how to use interactions and Smart Animate. After going over how to use Figma to work with other designers, he finishes up with useful tips on how to export your files.

Streamline your UX design process. Learn how to use Figma to organize your teams, build your designs, and distribute them for review by nontechnical stakeholders. In this course instructor Tom Green shows how Figma features can help you create a central hub for your entire team to collaborate and conceptualize designs. He starts with an overview of the UX design process and shows how to create and manage teams in Figma. Next, learn how to conduct and report on your user research in Figma, including personas, journey maps, touchpoints, and user flows. Then find out how to conceptualize your design using tools like FigJam, the Figma whiteboard app; wireframes; and even paper sketches. Tom then shows how to turn your wireframe into a functional mockup and add interactivity. In the final chapters, he shows how to conduct user testing to validate your design and share and hand off your project.

Learn how to edit video and create polished, professional-looking projects with Final Cut Pro X 10.5, the flagship nonlinear video editing software from Apple. Instructor Nick Harauz covers all phases of post-production—from ingest and organization to editing and refining clips in the timeline, correcting audio, managing media, and delivering the final project. He also covers primary and secondary color correction, and shows how to use effects to change the look and feel of video, audio, and graphics. Each stage of the post-production workflow is explained thoroughly and concisely, using real-world examples and projects. By the end of the course, you should be able to navigate the Final Cut Pro interface with speed and ease, and use its toolset to breathe new life into your productions.

In this course, Jim and Kay Stice explore the foundations of corporate governance, including key aspects and considerations when creating a corporate governance plan. They look at various roles in an organization and draw connections between those roles and the financial overview needed to maintain business financial integrity. Along the way, they share stories about companies that failed in integrity, and how we can learn from those stories to avoid future financial failings. These stories also illustrate the creation of some regulatory laws, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Big data is transforming the world of business. Yet many people don't understand what big data and business intelligence are, or how to use that data to evaluate key metrics for their firm in the future. This course addresses that knowledge gap, giving business people practical methods to create financial forecasts with business analytics and big data.

Join Professor Michael McDonald and discover how to use predictive analytics to forecast key performance indicators of interest, such as quarterly sales, projected cash flow, or even optimized product pricing. All you need is Microsoft Excel. Michael uses the built-in formulas, functions, and calculations to perform regression analysis, calculate confidence intervals, and stress test your results. You'll walk away from the course able to immediately begin creating forecasts for your own business needs.

Harness the power of LinkedIn to find and land a job. LinkedIn is the world’s #1 professional network—not just for job seekers, but recruiters too. By following some simple tips, from optimizing your profile to connecting with future coworkers, you can use LinkedIn to jumpstart a new career or find your next play. Follow along with LinkedIn staff instructor Oliver Schinkten as he walks through the platform's powerful features for job hunting. Understand the value of networking and learn how to indicate to recruiters and hiring managers that you are looking for a new job. Then discover a few simple changes to improve your profile, from including keywords to adding your skills. Next, find out how to search for and view job postings and use LinkedIn to apply for jobs. In chapter four, Oliver explains how to conduct research using LinkedIn, so you can find the company that’s the right fit for you and make sure you come prepared for your interview.

Do you want a remote job? Do you want more job flexibility? Do you want to be able to work from anywhere? If you are looking for a job that aligns with your life, then a remote job might be right for you. Mike Gutman, remote work consultant and former marketing director at FlexJobs, explains how the remote job market has shifted and how you can position yourself to build a remote career. He goes over the pitfalls to avoid, how to build a remote-friendly resume and cover letter, regardless of your remote experience, and how to navigate the remote job search, application, and interview process. This course is designed to help you get your resume to the top of the stack, so you can land that next remote job and invest in your remote skills for the long haul.

The SQL language is widely used and can be applied to a variety of technical fields such as data warehousing, application development, data science, and more. If you are familiar with SQL language or interested in learning more about it, join Nikiya Simpson in this course as she helps you design a career around this skillset, whether you are early in your career or if you are looking for a change. Nikiya explores different career areas and looks at specific examples of each so you know a little about what each entails before deciding to go down a particular path. If you’re wondering how to market your skills and discover where you can take your career using SQL knowledge you already have, join Nikiya in this course.

Creatives are asked to invent all kinds of things: ideas for ads, campaigns, logos, brochures, videos, social content, emails—you name it, and someone came up with it. Sometimes, generating ideas can be difficult because you're missing a hook, something authentic and unique to solve. A great hook answers the question, “What is this a story about?” But knowing how to create a solid hook can be challenging. In this course, join instructor Stefan Mumaw as he explains exactly what a hook is, what types there are, the characteristics of good hooks, and strategies for developing effective ones. Stefan shares a simple synthesis exercise that can help you generate unique hooks of your own. Plus, he leads a fun group ideation session to help tie the whole process together.

Das kostenlose Firefox-Add-on Firebug hilft Entwicklern bei der Fehlersuche in JavaScript-, HTML- und CSS-Code sowie beim Monitoring und der Bearbeitung von Webseiten. Sehen Sie in diesem Video-Training, wie Sie mit Firebug zusammen mit den Browser-eigenen Entwicklungstools im Entwickleralltag unterschiedliche Situationen im Client – von den DOM-Eigenschaften bis zur Analyse des Netzwerkverkehrs – untersuchen und anpassen können.

Are you ready to turn your creative interests into your next career move? This brief course gives you an overview of what you need to get your business started. Learn how to establish your business as an entity, including setting up a DBA and a registered agent. Find out how to set up and secure bank accounts, taxes, an EIN, and business credit for your business. Explore how to brand your business, and discover how prospecting, lead generation, a good support team, and solid financial management can set up your business for success.

Note: This course was created by CreatorUp. We are pleased to host this training in our library.

.NET 5 is the unifying release of the cross-platform, open-source framework from Microsoft. In this course, instructor Walt Ritscher gives you a first look at .NET 5, presenting a broad view of the features included in this release. He explores the .NET versions and changes to the .NET name. He examines the .NET pieces included in the release. He shows you init-only properties, the C# Record type, and top-level statements, then goes into container, JSON, and deployment improvements. Walt looks at the Visual Studio 2019 updates, improved Git integration, JavaScript debugging tools, and XAML hot reload. He discusses Blazor, a front-end (UI) framework that lets you build interactive web UIs using C# instead of JavaScript. In closing, Walt goes over Entity Framework Core, a lightweight, extensible, open-source, cross-platform version of the popular Entity Framework data access technology.

Python, like any modern language, is always evolving. In this course, instructor Claire Burn dives into Python 3.9, highlighting the new features, improvements, and deprecations packed into this release. Learn about the significant Python Enhancement Proposals (PEPs) included in Python 3.9, as well as how to distinguish which modules are new (and why they are notable). Discover which modules have been deprecated and why this was necessary. Plus, get tips for overcoming common challenges while porting from Python 2 to Python 3.9, or Python 3.x to Python 3.9.

Combining object-oriented and functional concepts, Scala is a concise and eminently scalable language. It provides all the advantages of a new programming methodology while still allowing you to access all the features of the JVM. And with the release of Scala 3.0, developers can now access a more refined version of the language—as well as several new features. In this course, instructor Noel Welsh provides a broad overview of Scala 3.0, covering the concepts and features you'd most likely need to know to complete a project with this iteration of the language. Discover how to install Scala and familiarize yourself with the latest and greatest features and updates, including the new indentation-based syntax and how Scala 3.0 has reworked the language features formerly known as implicits.

WordPress has come a long way since the first version in 2003. What started as simple blogging software has become a full-fledged content management system used by companies large and small all over the world. One of the biggest changes came in 2018 with the introduction of blocks, which fundamentally changed how you edit content in WordPress. Now, a variety of block types—headings, images, quotes, and more—are used to create rich content. In this course, Carrie Dils takes a look at the next big change coming to WordPress, full-site editing. With full-site editing, the block editor is used for all aspects of the site, not just the content area. Headers, footers, and sidebars alike can be formatted and populated with blocks. While full-site editing is still in the early stages of development and adoption, if you’re a WordPress developer, this first-look course provides a good introduction to the concepts and a way for you to get ready when full-site editing officially lands.

Learning management systems are transforming the way companies train their workers and the way teachers educate their students. Administrators can assign and grade work online. Users can access content and resources anytime, inside or outside the classroom or office. A learning management system (LMS) can also improve communication, help you track progress, and reduce costs. If you're considering an LMS for your company or school, this is the course for you. LinkedIn Learning instructor Oliver Schinkten explains what an LMS is, what the leading platforms are, and how to choose an LMS system based on learning needs—understanding there are very different use cases for corporate and academic learners. He also covers the basics of administering and configuring an LMS, so you can make an informed decision about your corporate training or academic needs.

For many businesses, success is dependent on raising the capital necessary to fund the business to a point of profitability—and that capital can come from a variety of sources. In this course, explore several different methods for raising capital for your business, including loans, accelerator programs, crowdfunding, and venture capital. Instructor Jay Clouse sets you up for success by covering what to do before you pursue investment options, explaining who invests in businesses, why they do it, and how to convince them to invest in yours. Jay shares tips for constructing a presentation to support your pitch, as well as building effective relationships with potential investors. And throughout the course, he delves into both traditional funding options, such as banks and angel investors, and newer alternative forms of funding.

While you may not usually think of being creative as a benefit to productivity, sometimes shaking things up and approaching work with creativity can help you bring big projects to the finish line. In this audio-only course adapted from the Modern Mentor podcast, host Rachel Cooke helps you understand how you can harness your creativity to be more productive. Rachel details actionable techniques to burst through productivity barriers, enabling you to produce meaningful outcomes. She shares strategies to shift your attention, alter thinking patterns, set strict deadlines, and allow your mind to wander into spaces that will help boost productivity.

This course was created by Macmillan Publishers. We are pleased to offer this training in our library.