Course Outline

Unleash Your Creativity

Figma for Developers: Bridging the Gap Training Course

Rating

9/10

Duration

2 Days

Course Overview

This course is designed to help developers work seamlessly with Figma. Participants will learn how to navigate Figma files, export assets, and understand design specifications to implement designs accurately. The course bridges the gap between design and development, fostering better collaboration and ensuring a smooth workflow for projects.

Format of Training

  1. Interactive instructor-led sessions
  2. Hands-on lab exercises for navigating and exporting assets
  3. Collaborative activities with design examples
  4. Real-world scenarios to practice design-to-development workflows

Course Objectives

  1. Navigate and interpret Figma files efficiently.
  2. Access and export design assets for development.
  3. Understand design specifications, including layout, spacing, and typography.
  4. Collaborate effectively with designers using Figma tools.
  5. Utilize Figma Inspect for accurate implementation of designs.
  6. Manage updates and changes to designs during development.
  7. Integrate Figma workflows into development pipelines.

Prerequisites

Course Outline

 

Day 1
Session 1: Introduction to Figma for Developers

  • Overview of Figma’s interface and key features
  • Understanding the design-to-development process
  • Navigating layers, pages, and components

Session 2: Exploring Design Specifications

  • Understanding layouts, grids, and spacing
  • Inspecting typography and color styles
  • Identifying design tokens for consistent implementation

Session 3: Exporting Assets

  • Exporting images, icons, and other assets in various formats
  • Managing resolutions and formats for web and mobile
  • Using plugins for efficient asset export

Day 2
Session 1: Using Figma Inspect

  • Accessing detailed design specifications
  • Measuring spacing, alignment, and dimensions
  • Collaborating with designers to clarify specifications

Session 2: Managing Changes and Updates

  • Handling design updates during development
  • Version control and tracking changes
  • Best practices for communicating with designers

Session 3: Integrating Figma into Development Workflows

  • Leveraging Figma’s API and plugins for automation
  • Integrating Figma with developer tools like Zeplin and Git
  • Real-world examples of Figma in development pipelines

Bespoke Option

We are open to customizing this program to align with your specific learning objectives. If your team has particular goals or areas they wish to focus on, we would be happy to tailor the course outline to meet those needs and ensure the program supports the achievement of your desired outcomes.

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