First Project

First Portfolio Project Overview

• Project Structure

• Mobile app design first
• Later builds into responsive website
• “Everything created will be included in portfolio”

• Project Prompt Selection

• Two Options:
  • 25 curated Google UX Certificate prompts

    Recommended for beginners Aligns with certificate examples

  • Sharpen online tool

    Generates randomized prompts

• Note: Personal projects reserved for Course 7

• Portfolio Activities Focus

• Mobile App Components:
  • Personas
  • User journey maps
  • User problems
  • Competitive audit/report

• Case Study Development

• Using slide deck format
  • “Versatile format for gathering and presenting”
  • Template provided
  • Can be customized for branding
• Building Process:
  • Add artifacts as completed
  • Can include both mobile and responsive designs
  • Multiple iterations expected
  • Template includes instructional guides

The portfolio project begins with a structured approach to mobile app design through provided prompts. Students will build comprehensive case studies through guided activities while collecting artifacts for professional presentation.