About this course

Figma has revolutionized the design world, becoming the go-to tool for many professionals. It's intuitive, feature-packed, and runs directly in your web browser — making collaboration easier than ever. Whether you're designing, reviewing, or discussing ideas, Figma simplifies teamwork and communication, allowing all stakeholders to contribute seamlessly.

This course is your gateway to mastering Figma, whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills. It’s perfect for beginners, but even if you’ve used Figma before, you’ll pick up valuable tips and techniques to enhance your workflow.

You'll begin with the fundamentals, such as understanding Figma’s main interface, collaborating on projects, and securely sharing your designs. As you progress, you'll learn to efficiently organize layers, align elements, and use grids and typography for more structured, polished designs. We’ll also show you how to make your designs pop with colors, gradients, and shadows, while perfecting font use and text styling to bring your visuals to life.

Whether you're a designer, product manager, or marketer, understanding Figma can significantly improve how you create, review, and collaborate on digital products. By the end of this course, you’ll have the essential skills to navigate Figma with confidence and enhance your team's collaborative design efforts.

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Prerequisites

Skills you’ll gain with course:

Share and collaborate effortlessly — Master Figma's sharing and collaboration features to work with your team and share designs securely.
Begin using basic functionality to create simple designs — Start from the ground up by learning how to use Figma's basic functions, making simple but effective designs.
Style your designs with color and shadows — Discover the secrets of adding depth and appeal to your designs by using colors, gradients, and shadows effectively.
Learn about fonts and text — Discover how to pick the right fonts and style your text to get your message across.

Topics covered

Syllabus


1

Figma Basics

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Learn Figma essentials, terminology, main interface components, collaboration techniques, and options for sharing designs securely without granting editing permissions.
Figma Vocabulary Lesson
250 PX
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Figma Toolbar Lesson
250 PX
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Level Test 1

Level Test

500 PX
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2

Creating Layers on Figma

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Delve into the creation of basic shapes and vectors and start practicing with simple tasks. You'll explore the use of masks and frames, laying a solid foundation for more complex designs.
Frames in Figma Lesson
250 PX
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Masks in Figma Lesson
250 PX
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Level Test 2

Level Test

500 PX
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3

Working with Layers on Figma

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Get more advanced knowledge on how to manage and align layers and apply grids to layers. Take a closer look at texts and media as layers, enhancing your ability to organize and manipulate elements effectively.
Layers Actions Lesson
250 PX
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Layer Alignment  Lesson
250 PX
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Layout Grids Lesson
250 PX
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Level Test 3

Level Test

500 PX
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4

Color, Images, & Styling in Figma

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Focus on color application and get familiar with various methods to style layers with colors, gradients, images, and shadows to add vibrancy and depth to your designs.
Strokes in Figma Lesson
250 PX
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Shadows & Blurs Lesson
250 PX
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Level Test 4

Level Test

500 PX
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Typography on Figma

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Learn how to adjust typefaces, modify text properties, and effectively arrange text in lists and paragraphs for maximum impact.
Level Test 5

Level Test

500 PX
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Meet your course instructor

Gene Kamenez
Gene Kamenez
CEO & Co-founder at Uxcel
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From self-taught designer to leading an industry-changing learning platform, my journey has been all about continuous upskilling and real-world application. I built my career by taking on high-stakes projects—from freelancing across global teams to scaling UX in a U.S. enterprise company, where I led design for multiple product teams in complex industries.

Over the past 10+ years, I’ve worked across freelance, startup, and enterprise environments, experiencing firsthand the challenges of learning UX on the job. That’s why, in 2020, I co-founded Uxcel—to create a better way for designers to build their skills efficiently. Today, 400K+ professionals and 200+ teams use Uxcel to grow their UX and product expertise.

I believe the best learning happens in small, impactful steps, not in overwhelming theory. My courses are built to help you grasp key concepts fast, sharpen your skills, and gain the confidence to apply them in real-world work.

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FAQs

What's this course about?

This course is designed to introduce you to Figma, a leading design tool used by professionals around the world. It covers everything from the basics of navigating the Figma interface to more advanced techniques like styling with colors and shadows. By the end of the course, you'll be able to create simple designs, collaborate with team members, and apply fundamental design principles to your projects.


Who is this course recommended for?

This course is ideal for anyone interested in digital design, whether you're a complete beginner or a professional looking to refresh your skills. It's especially useful for those new to Figma or those who want to solidify their understanding of its features and capabilities.


Does this course require any prior knowledge?

While beginners can start this course with no prior experience in Figma, it's recommended to have some basic knowledge of design principles. If you're completely new to design, you might find it helpful to first explore courses like UX Design Foundations and UI Components Parts I, and UI Components II. These will give you a good grounding in design basics, making it easier to grasp the concepts taught in the Intro to Figma course.


What are the pricing options for the course?

For new learners, the first level of each course is available free of charge! This allows you to experience the course without any initial investment.

However, if you're seeking a deeper and more comprehensive learning journey, we recommend our Pro Membership. With this subscription, you gain full access to all our courses, which includes additional lessons, engaging design challenges, and thorough assessments.

Additionally, Pro Membership entitles you to receive a certificate upon completion of a course and personalized feedback from experts for all your challenge submissions. To explore the pricing details and find the best plan for your learning needs, please visit our pricing page.

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