This class is great for designers of any skill level. The first class starts with the basics of UX and only a few tools are required. The second and third classes of the series do require some basic knowledge of Photoshop.

What You’ll Learn

In this second class, I’ll provide you with an explanation of the design principles and patterns that are an integral part of iOS design. We’ll cover creating mood boards, how to define your own visual language for your app, how to structure your Photoshop files for iOS, and an overview of gestures, transitions and interactions. Topics we will cover include: 

• An overview of iOS design principles. You’ll gain an understanding of the themes that iOS8 embodies and how to apply these principles to your own designs. I’ll share examples of Apple’s built-in apps to demonstrate each principle. 

• iOS user interface components. I’ll walk you through the anatomy of iOS apps, when it makes sense to use particular UI components, and what’s open to your imagination.

• Mood boards and style guides. We’ll cover why it’s beneficial to create a mood board before beginning visual design, what to include in one, and how to craft a style guide. 

• Photoshop setup and templates. In this Photoshop demo, I’ll show you how to set up your files with dimensions, resolutions, text sizes, and more. I’ll share tips and examples for efficiency and ease. 

• Applying visual design. I will walk you through designing the example project, while highlighting the design principles and patterns we've covered so far. I’ll also share best practices for design and user experience. 

• Gestures, transitions and interactions. Finally, we’ll cover the iOS standards and how you can apply these to your own app to make it feel right at home on IOS.

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