Become a UI/UX designer in 2024 - A step by step guide

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Here's the roadmap that I wish I had when I switched careers to become a Self-Taught UI/UX Designer 🥔 After you're done watching this video, get the roadmap (link below) and adjust it based on your own needs and learning journey.
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// Chapters:
00:00 Hello!
00:27 Step 1
02:16 Step 2
03:06 Step 3
07:45 Step 4
08:02 Step 5
09:00 Step 6
10:35 FAQ

[@AedelFrance]

i was at the point of throwing away my notebooks after getting discouraged for not having a college degree and settling. imposter syndrome has struck me hard and this roadmap solidified my belief in myself. I too have only been learning for intensely for a few months and thought it wasn’t enough time to have credibility. Today I officially finished designing and developing my website. I’m so thankful for people like you, Rachel for making this type of knowledge accessible for people in my situation. To anyone on the fence as I have been for the past few months, please please please do not give up. Even small steps every day will add up, keep track of your learning in case you start to doubt yourself so you have something to look back on to realize how far you’ve come. I believe in you and i believe in me and i believe in us!!!

[@kail8414]

You're doing great there friend! Hang in there 💖

[@japhethachimba174]

Thank you so much France i believe in you too!!!!!!

[@sophsoreal]

Girlll this is me I feel so discouraged because I don’t have my degree either & I’m struggling to find something I take interest in but I did love UX/UI design. I stopped learning because of imposter syndrome 😭 you are inspiring and I pray you’re successful girl.

[@ajmalartistryandwriteupsam4878]

ENRICHING ENLIGHTENING EMPOWERING INSPIRING

[@mahidhasan539]

But why you are so cute

[@Priya-wp6fg]

I really appreciate how passionate you are in your work.. The way you explained in depth with each and small thing shows how skilled or how good your way of learning is

[@krishcshah]

Love how you allow us to decide how much we wish to pay for this roadmap. How generous of you, really appreciate it :)

[@rachelhow]

Thanks Krish! 🥺🥺🥺

[@soumiarouba2729]

@@rachelhow hi i have 32years old and i lost my job in 2020 and i didnt find any job in all this 2 years i love ux design and frontend dev so i have just 5 month to change my career and find a job so wish one dont take much time please help me

[@sarthakkathayat]

The way you talked point-to-point, it seemed as if you've been a product designer for your whole career. Certainly shows your consistency and practice.

[@rachelhow]

Wow you’re too kind Sarthak 🥰 I try my best to explain it so beginners can understand easily 😊

[@alisonhenley353]

Wow Rachel, you’re so much help. I am thinking of switching careers and this is the kind of advice I need right now. I will watch your other videos to get a better picture. Thank you!

[@fatinp.8269]

Thank you so much Rachel! I'm at the point where I'm feeling stuck at my self learning journey, this roadmap really helps a lot! Appreciate it really much! You're amazing!

[@rachelhow]

I'm so glad to hear this. all the best to you!

[@pymdragon]

This video is fantastic!!! Very informative. The way you address each step is so easy to follow. Thank you Rachel for this wonderful video :) I can't wait to watch more.

[@Mads33]

This is the best video ever. I've been in this tough place for the last few years of wanting to pursue this career, but not feeling like I have the skills or ability to handle it. I already have tons of visual design skills, some program knowledge, and some experience building mock websites for fun, but still never believed in myself. While I have a lot of work to do on everything else, this made me want to commit to making this my career. I'm still stuck on where to go from here, but this helped a lot.

[@ShauntProductions]

Rachel, this is just so well done and your resources and presentation in this video is so awesome. Thank you for sharing with us and giving us the confidence to DO THIS! Just subscribed with notifications, can't wait to see more great work from you!!

[@Mousymusic]

The top video timeline bar is so awesome, Raised my respect for you instantly.

[@lauraheard1676]

You know you're a ux/ui designer when even your youtube videos are designed like a website 💯

[@rachelhow]

Aww. Thanks Laura!!! I appreciate that!

[@hris9214]

Love the greeneries all over your room. Great video as always Rachel!

[@soobaeks9309]

This is literally a gold of a video, since i’ve watched this video I’ve been following this exact methodology to self learn UX with little experience and I have landed a UX job at a big consulting firm in 2 months. Thank you so much for making UX so accessible!! I have been struggling so much with money I had no funds to attend bootcamps and this pushed me to go forward and just be confident with the information I absorb! I absolutely love your channel please keep making content like this 🤧💛

[@greatbigmeat4769]

hi, you seem kinda young (i am too) how the hec did u get a job that fast! just with this video?

[@soobaeks9309]

@@greatbigmeat4769 in total i did about 256 applications so honestly just keep applying until you strike gold even if you feel u dont meet all the job spec after u feel at a point where you have a good grasp on how ux research techniques are conducted n when to use them aswell as the design side (i am an illustrator so it made ux design a smidge but easier to transition to)

[@elmersumalinog8944]

being in the field of ui/ux design, it is hard?

[@CalebM_]

Congratulations! @soobaeks I'm on my Day 1 on learning this craft and I must say it fun. I hope to see you down the road soon!

[@cambridgescarlet7927]

First of all congrats! Secondly I wanted to know how long did it take U to furnish ur UX learning from scratch?

[@stargazeronesixseven]

Your Intelligence & Kindness to help others making you much more Effective UX mentor out there! 🙏 Thank You So Much Lady Teacher Rachel for the tutorial for the many who didn't have the means to learn UX! 🕯🌷🌿🌎💖

[@MohitSharma0813]

You are really a UX Designer Rachel you know what your viewers need. Your videos are really helping out, I can't thank you enough dear! Please keep sharing more such information.

[@AfzalHussein]

Love your style of design. Great content and channel!

[@zainie1081]

I just graduated BS Computer Science with most of it being spent knee deep in the pandemic. My human-computer interaction course was cut short and the struggle of transitioning into a new learning set up made things a lot harder. I am lost and discouraged but picking myself up slowly. Thank you for this, hopefully I'll make it through!

[@Darkraystudio]

So much to learn. I really love the loading bars up top. 🎵

[@1JennyMcC]

It is SO kind of you to create these videos on top of giving us a roadmap! I've been pretty lost recently as my course literally called Interaction Design didn't actually do UX design at all (I thought there might be some y'know) and I fell out of love with design for a while. The course was good and I learned a lot, but I'm excited to learn more about UI and UX design and hopefully build a career from it. Thank you so much for these incredibly helpful videos, it is so kind and generous of you

[@Sweetyhigh123]

@1jennyMcc, I fell out as well. After disappointing bootcamp experience, I am hoping to get the motivation and desire again to become a true UX designer 😅. Please people running away from boot camps promising jobs in 3months or 6 months after the course, they've no link with the companies, you will be doing courses that doesn't give you real world problem to solve after paying hug amount of money, especially if you are new to tech industry😢it won't help you. Have learnt my lesson in the hard way.😢

[@virulatorre]

Very inspirational! thank you for taking the time of doing this and sharing it :)

[@talksinbolehland6004]

It's definitely not easy to self-taught things you have no idea about, more so if someone wants to switch careers for it. The work you have been doing has been very inspiring and we hope you continue to flourish in the UI/UX scene. We also appreciate these explainer videos and please keep them coming!

[@noe9423]

Thank you so much, I really like road maps when it comes to learning new things!

[@foxsfield]

When I'm like walking in a fog and struggle how to continue my self_study without waste so much time to find a right way I wactched your video. And at least, I found a roadmap really "real" (it was not make up like it so easy and you will quickly have a trendy job, a high salary job etc...). Thank Rachel for your sharing!

[@vin919]

Hi Rachel! This is the most honest, realistic and relatable view about starting ux design i get after watching all those how-to-become videos out there! You are so detailed and i love the pace and flow on how you explained everything! Thanks for making this video!

[@rachelhow]

Thanks for watching! i’m so happy to hear this 💕💕💕💕🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@fatihacherghami9740]

Hi Can u help me with UX please. Hope u answer me

[@dingling2645]

Thanks, Rachel. I truly appreciate your knowledge sharing.

[@Yuvaln4]

I was a bit skeptical at first when I saw this video, another clickbait. But you proved me wrong, this is an amazing start point. Thank you for dedicating your time to help a lot of us out there!

[@captainlennyjapan27]

I'm a frontend developer with a bit of backend/infra experience as well, but I've realized that I enjoy the process of UX design SO MUCH more. I'm now transitioning into UI/UX - Frontend developer role ;) Pretty excited. Thank you for this video. this helped me figure out where I could get started.

[@amiyasparks]

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom, I feel more optimistic diving into this new world on my own

[@dinithiyoshimee4915]

Very helpful video! Not a single minute of this video can be missed. thank you very much...💖

[@ZoeysMusings]

This was my sign to keep at self-taught UX design🙏🏽. And I appreciate that you said we need to know why we want to become a UX designer and not be doing it for the money or because it's trending. Excellent video, Rachel. Thank you!

[@rachelhow]

Yes! Thanks for watching Zoey, all the best in your UI/UX journey!

[@ogungataiyelolu4681]

6months it is…

[@Morgan00111]

​@@rachelhow HI Rachel I am trying so hard on this journey. please what were your projects or case studies you did when u started out? I have been watching yt tutorials and practicing them. i still feel lost. how did you know what to do next? What websites served you more? When they say "UX Research " i dont fully understand how to implement such. i how did you know you were ready in just 3 months? Was your portfolio having enough to show case? please help. i am confused even though i have been googling and stuff I pray you see my msg on this old video of yours. have a great day

[@Amaka.nwankwo2019]

Pls how do I get full class to learn this

[@soniaperez8779]

Your video is so helpful. I have been teaching for a while and I would to transition to UX/UI design. It’s been tough to find a guide. Your road map is great

[@felfelcee]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm looking to switch my career to UI/UX Design. Your roadmap really helps me to know where to start and what to do😊😊😊

[@Bayoun222]

Thank you so much the amount of effort you put is amazing 💕

[@drive4068]

I love how you’re really managed and have a lot of motivation to do self-development. Thank you for a very useful video!

[@rachelhow]

Thanks for watching!

[@e.t1031]

Thank you for the clear and practical guide. I’m currently shifting from digital marketing to UI/UX, learning by myself and practicing while freelancing. Your video has inspired me a lot. Wish I could have a mentor like you during my journey lol

[@rachelhow]

Best of luck, Eric! I'm glad to be able to help in your journey :)

[@baapkatheatre4267]

Hey Eric how is your journey so far ?

[@curiousrooster8003]

Feeling so empowered and am coming back here to share my testimony when i achieve my goal.....like its either i was made for it, or it was made for me

[@hardik__baria]

Thanks for the Roadmap!!! waiting for more Videos.

[@yagmurb9782]

Because of my financial situation, I couldn't pay any money for your roadmap but I hope I can support you in the future. Thank you for your time and generosity.

[@khushbudas4736]

I have watched your video for the first time and now I am confident that I can do good in this field coz. I thought that only bootcamp can help you to became a Ux designer. So thank you for making this video 🤩❤

[@MsEssance]

Hi Rachel! You are amazing, thank you so much for your resources. 💞

[@optimumultimaomega]

As someone who is interested in this field and looking for a place to start - thank you. This video was very frank and effective.

[@quocbaonguyentran3811]

A fantastic KZbin channel for those who are new and seeking guidance in the field of UI/UX. I hope you continue to create even more valuable and informative videos. Wishing you good health and continued success!

[@rachelhow]

Thank you, you too! More to come :)

[@JunLiSF]

The Shen Yun ads come through. I recommend it to you. I have seen the show. It's gorgeous. Symmetrical and elegant. You could give it a shot and bring back that beauty to your product and design process. Probably the next KZbin video too!

[@ashwinm5315]

Awesome guidelines to start my career, such a great one.

[@ruizhang5170]

Thank you ! Your content is very helpful ❤

[@mompreneurlife]

Wow. Self-taught. That's incredible. Thank you for sharing. Just subscribed to your channel. Keep up the great job.

[@rahuljayachandran4128]

Congrats for hitting 100k subs,Btw the video was very helpful.Thank you

[@jade-og1ef]

Been watching your videos lately since I want to switch careers from frontend development to product design and UX! Thanks for sharing the tips and looking forward to your upcoming videos! lots of love, from Indonesia!

[@rachelhow]

Love from Malaysia!

[@ssasylum9905]

Hey that's a very nice and informative video. Wish I had the money to buy the roadmap, but it's all good. You're awesome!

[@zullymarquez9181]

I love your videos and all the useful information.

[@AsimAntuleVlogs]

Love the way you clear all doubts so easily. I love watching your videos.❤

[@rachelhow]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@danielnel4467]

I have really enjoyed watching this video it really helped ;-) I have subscribed to your channel I have been studying UI/UX design for about 6 months now

[@anirbankanungoe37]

Very helpful and crisp. Thank you.

[@justmo-identitydesigner362]

At first glance this such an interesting and exciting roadmap-I’d love to return to this video after I’ve implemented

[@yakkidiyak]

Amazing info! Subscribed!!!

[@jalpabhavsar1702]

I am hopping to learn UI UX , I found your video so helpful and so detailed. Thank you for whole list to be UI UX.

[@nizamuddin3339]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@rebekah9871]

This is stellar! Thank you!

[@raeljoyce]

I bought the roadmap at a small amount I can afford. I am almost done with my UX internship and I am going to learn more and self-study using your roadmap. Thank you 🥺💕

[@rachelhow]

Thank youu 🥹🙏🏻

[@asharayub4636]

I keep coming back to this video to set my path straight. Thanks Rachel!

[@rachelhow]

Thank you 🥹

[@Sdefdom]

This is a very well thought out and well explained video. Excellent, thank you!

[@leravibes]

Thank you so much for sharing! I've enrolled to Designlab UX Academy as personally for me it's hard to push myself but your video is so helpful!

[@microwavesenpai3160]

Ty Rachel for this informative video!

[@rachelhow]

To start your 7-day trial today for just $1, go to trends.co/rachelhow 👀📈 Also, do you find this video useful? Comment below to let me know 💛

[@vanduttonux]

Thank you so much for making this video!! I admire your self-taught journey of becoming a product designer.

[@rachelhow]

Thank you so much!

[@ntthao9x]

Thank you for sharing with us, Rachel :) I'm in the process of looking for my first job as a UX/UI designer, and your video helps me a lot!

[@SapphieSaurx3]

9 month update, how’d the job hunt go¿

[@stevenwalker3721]

Super helpful! Very inspiring for me to keep learning and focusing on UX design skills. Thanks Rachel. Good job.

[@Wavvyy_07]

Thank you Rachel. This is so insightful. I will have to spend more time going through all you mentioned in the video...

[@rachelhow]

Yes! Go for it :)

[@ivanha889]

Been trying to get back into ux so this came at the perfect time, appreciate it!

[@rachelhow]

Thank you so much!

[@celicagreen7255]

Thanks! Rachel 🥰🥰 was eagerly waiting for this!

[@rachelhow]

Thanks for watching, Celica!

[@sudhirp2706]

Amazing video, eliminates lot of confusion for new comers to UI / UX Design, definitely worth of my 12 minutes, after watching other videos where they talk a lot but not to point , this video created a positive vibe and clarity, thank you rachel, great work, Keep inspiring..

[@patrickojeh]

Gems. I’ve just turned on notifications for ur videos! Absolutely worth it. Thank you

[@rachelhow]

Thanks Patrick!!! I’m really grateful to hear this 🙏🏻

[@jimohomomizieprecious2595]

This is helpful. Thank you!

[@HannahSachie]

This is so interesting. Thank you!

[@Bub_ster]

This was extremely helpful!

[@juliadubovskaya1024]

Thank you for your work and for sharing your experience and resources!

[@rachelhow]

🙏🏻

[@materialgirlll45]

I learnt a lot from this video, thank you so much

[@Rachi1812]

Thank you so much. I learn a lot from the video and also give me some ideas for how to do this. 🥰🥰👍👍

[@henrythomas7112]

Thank you for the video!!! We learn a lot from you! Thank you!

[@RealCoachOg]

Just starting off in this career and your advice is what l needed. I will get some books online and keep practicing until l get there.

[@TheCreativeDad]

Great video! Thanks for sharing

[@StuKim_DesignLead]

Great video and I love that you offer your viewers artifacts and templates to takeaway!

[@rachelhow]

Yay! Thanks for watching too, Stuart!

[@zugelisgutierrez7549]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO

[@drawthingz1201]

Thank you for this!!! Amazing

[@maxbrych7354]

You're doing a good job. This information has helped me a lot. Thank you!

[@rachelhow]

Thanks for watching, Max! Hope you find value in this!

[@FullerUK]

Excellent video. I’m a web developer at the moment but I’ve been more and more interested in making the switch to a UX designer. It’s scary but I feel like my design skills (I used to be a graphic designer) combined with my understanding of business & development could be put to good use in this new role! Wish me luck 😅

[@hugo.8626]

This is next level youtube. Thank you so much for the dedication :)

[@sagegreen2667]

UI/UX bootcamps are so expensive and this video has been extremely helpful!

[@Bett3r]

I'm at a forkroad of a career change and after watching your video I'm more confident this is the career path for me. Thanks so much Rachel!

[@rachelhow]

All the best to you :)

[@kimikastevenson2727]

Thank you, I’m trying to transition careers and I’m very interested in Ux/Ui design.

[@lululemonbar9110]

I just want to say I'm so happy I stumbled upon you. I'm a neurodivergent/adhd mom making a drastic career change now that my daughter is in University. Working in finance/healthcare admin never felt natural, it was always a struggle. I'm naturally an aesthetic person and love technology, ... but I'm not the most technical person .... Yet I'm still very interested in becoming a UI/UX designer! You seem like a younger, more focused version of me which inspires me! LOL. I've subscribed to you on youtube and your website. THANK YOU! 🤗

[@andreizgherea5456]

Hello. I'm a front end developer and now I'm working on a project based on car sales, I do the front end and my friend does the backend of the site, just because we need a designer to help us make the pages more beautiful. If you have the desire to help us with this project that can be a start up for you and once in the future this project will also bring us money, leave a reply please

[@ril_acedo0120]

This may be my sign to pursue to change my career path and become a UX/UI Design. Thank you so much for this very insightful video. ;)

[@celestybliss8321]

I have subscribed without a second thought. This is real help. Thank you so much ma'am.

[@rachelhow]

Thanks for subbing!

[@theycallmepotatoma]

This is an amazing thorough video. Thankyou :)

[@damilareowoade8666]

Rachel always brings us great contents. Thanks sis 😘

[@rachelhow]

Thanks for sticking around too 🙏🏻

[@duanh1975]

Thank You so much I have been trying to crack it since 2 days.. Finally it worked.. thanks

[@nuruddinpantho751]

I've taken the Google ui/ux course in coursera. Hoping to get more videos like this from you!

[@sunnydaym.1112]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH!! This was extremely helpful!

[@rachelhow]

Thank YOU!

[@andrewonyia2577]

Thanks for this on Rachel. I just began my UI/UX journey 5 days ago and I know next to Jack. So this video is of great help 'cos flying without a roadmap or an organized way of learning is stressful.

[@SurajPandey-vi9gr]

Tell me ur roadmap or any source

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Really amazing video, and really amazing sponsor, best video on the internet about UI/UX Design!