Note: I assume you want a concise, structured study and practice plan that covers the book’s core lessons, related exercises, resources, timelines, and how to build a portfolio from what you learn.
This new section focuses on speed. Erik teaches a system for designing a complete, high-fidelity MVP (Minimum Viable Product) in a single day. This is incredibly valuable for freelancers or in-house designers facing tight deadlines.
Don't use 5 fonts. Use exactly 2 (or 1 variable font). learn ui design by erik kennedy updated 2021
2021 Update: Remove light font weights (300). They are inaccessible. Use 500 (Medium) for emphasis.
In the ever-shifting landscape of digital product design, separating actionable, timeless skills from fleeting trends is the ultimate challenge. For years, aspiring and junior UI designers have struggled with a specific pain point: courses that teach philosophy but not execution, or tutorials that focus on a single button style rather than a holistic, systematic approach to interface creation. Complete Guide: Learn UI Design by Erik Kennedy
Enter Erik Kennedy’s Learn UI Design .
While the original course made waves in the design community, the updated 2021 version is a significant overhaul. It addresses modern design systems, component variants in Figma, and the latest heuristics for conversion-focused interfaces. Display (Headings): Inter, SF Pro, or Clash Display
If you have been searching for a structured, no-fluff path to go from "confused beginner" to "competent UI designer," this is the definitive review and guide to the 2021 update.
| Aspect | Original Course (pre-2020) | 2021 Update | |--------|----------------------------|-------------| | Design tool | Sketch focused | Figma-first (auto-layout, variants) | | Dark mode | Not covered | Dedicated module + exercises | | Accessibility | Brief mention | WCAG 2.1, focus states, aria labels | | Responsive design | Breakpoints | Container queries + fluid typography | | Components | Basic symbols/overrides | Variants & component properties | | Projects | E-commerce, portfolio | SaaS dashboard, design system, mobile app |