May was a bumper month at Uxcel packed with fresh features and exciting updates. Here’s a roundup of all things new on Uxcel this month, as well as a sneak peak at what’s happening in June.

Publish your work and get expert feedback with Projects

We’ve made it easier for Designers to showcase their work with all the vital context on Uxcel. Projects provide a single interface for member to upload, explain, and get expert feedback on their work.

Learn more about Projects in the full release article here.

Certifications are now part of Pro membership

Certifications are now included in the price of our pro membership. Pro members can take apply for as many certifications as they like. If you don’t have Uxcel Pro, you’ll need to upgrade before you attempt to get certified.

New Designr Exercises

There are 5 new interactive Designr exercises to try out on Uxcel Go. Test your knowledge and sharpen your skills by trying out these exercises:

• A modal for ordering a taxi from an app

• Choosing the right colors for dark mode

• A modal for dismissing changes

• An unsubscribe link for an email

• A screen for joining a virtual meeting

Download Uxcel Go to practice design when you're on the move.

Improvements and bug fixes

• We’ve added Qatar to the list of countries you can select in your profile.

• You can now submit as many projects for a design brief as you like.

• We’ve made it easier to submit your projects to a Design Brief, and browse submissions by brief.

• When you create a new account on Uxcel, we’ll prompt you to take a quick skill test so you can understand your current level and so that we can personalize your learning recommendations.

• You’ll now find a help menu in the bottom left corner of the app with plenty of useful resources. You can purchase gift cards from within the app by navigating from the new help menu.

Uxcel is now on Mobbin

Take a peek under the Uxcel hood and find inspiration for your own creations by exploring Uxcel on Mobbin. You can also check out our article on where to find meaningful inspiration for UX/UI.

Get involved in the community this summer

The weather is heating up and so is our community event schedule! Here’s how you can connect with like-minded designers in June.

Our June Design Contest is now live

To celebrate Pride Month, we’re running a contest across the month of June. Entrants need to create an inclusive landing page design and supporting UX/UI case study. There’s $7500 in prizes up for grabs, so be sure to submit your entry by June 30th for your chance to win big!

Learn more about our June Design Contest here.

Save the date - Building high-performing design teams with Sage and Fujitsu webinar

On June 18th 2024, 17:00 CET, we’ll be hosting a webinar with Lee Jefferey from Sage and Reece Flaherty from Fujitsu, who will be sharing their experience on how to build a high-performing design teams.

Book your place here.

You’ve created an amazing design or awesome case study, but how do you share it with the world? Getting eyes and feedback on your work is a messy process. We’ve created Projects to help Designers share, explain and discuss their work. Submit your latest and greatest designs to receive actionable feedback and get recognition from the Uxcel community.

What type of work can I submit as a Project?

Any type of design work can be turned into a Project, including case studies, design files or user research. You can submit your very best work or ask for request feedback from the community on an early stage idea. If you’re starting from scratch and looking for inspiration, check out our library of Design Briefs.

Design brief submissions are now projects

When you submit a new Design Brief, it will be published as a Project. If you’ve already submitted a Design brief, you can modify your submission to take advantage of the new features such as adding commentary and being able to reply to Project reviews.

🧠 Tip: Learn how to submit an awesome design brief in this article.

Give your work vital extra content

As Designers, we often struggle to provide commentary and insight into the decisions we’ve made. Projects lets you add a written overview to your work, supported by multiple screenshots or media that hone in on key parts of your files. Guide reviewers through your thinking and help them understand the intention behind your work.

Become a better designer with expert feedback

The best designers know that feedback is key to improving their work. Once published, your Project becomes a dedicated page and will be added to showcase. Uxcel mentors and community members will be able to rate your project and provide detailed reviews, and you reply directly to comments in the reviews section.

When you’ve taken your project’s reviews on board, jump back in to make the final touches.

🧠 Tip: See how reviews can grow your Designer profile here.

Build a powerful portfolio

Ever been asked to share examples of your work? Projects makes it easy. Every project you publish is automatically added to your ‘My Projects’ tab. You’ll always have a curated selection of your best work to share with potential employers.

Great work gets recognized

Any Project you submit is eligible for our regular Community and Editor’s choice awards. Award-winning projects will be tagged with a unique badge and highlighted in showcase. Crafting a great Project is an awesome way to get your work seen by over thousands of members, and you can share your accomplishment on LinkedIn or with potential employers.

Compete to win prizes

We’ll be hosting regular Design competitions with prizes for the best projects. Keep an eye out for upcoming challenges and put your skills to the test!

Projects for teams - a better way to handle your design reviews

Are you struggling to keep track of design reviews with files full of comments? Simplify your design crit process with Uxcel Projects. Empower your Design team with everything they need to upload, explain and take feedback on their latest and greatest work.

If you’re interested in learning more about how Projects can improve your Design team’s workflow, get in touch or start a free team trial today.

Uxcel has done it again and recently achieved great results in the design education world. We earned 66 badges in the G2 Spring 2024 Report, showing we're a top choice for learning UX/UI design. This award proves our approach to teaching design works well and keeps us as a favorite for those wanting to improve their design skills.

Uxcel's Approach to Design Education

What makes Uxcel stand out? It's our teaching approach. We believe that learning design should be both engaging and straightforward. Our platform enables everyone to understand the complexities of UX/UI design through interactive and enjoyable methods. We employ proven techniques such as active recall — testing yourself to bring information from memory at each step of the revision process—and spaced repetition, where learning sessions are spaced over time, enhancing long-term information retention. Additionally, we tailor the learning journey, concentrating on the specific needs of each learner.

Recognition in G2 Spring 2024 Report

The G2 Spring 2024 Report compares different e-Learning platforms, and getting 66 badges was a big win for us. It shows that our content and way of teaching are top-notch. It's a big compliment to the hard work we put into making sure our learners have a great experience. Here are some highlights of our wins:

• We're an Overall Spring 2024 High Performer in eLearning Content, Online Course Providers, and Technical Skill Development for Enterprise companies.

• We’re an Overall Spring 2024 High Performer in eLearning Content, Online Course Providers, and Technical Skill Development for Mid-market companies.

• We’re a regional Spring 2024 High Performer in eLearning Content, Online Course Providers, and Technical Skill Development for Enterprise, Mid-Market, and Small Business companies in 20+ regions.

• We were recognized for having the Highest Ease of Use Product in the eLearning Product category for Spring 2024.

Impact on the e-Learning Landscape

This achievement has made a significant impact on e-Learning for design. By setting new standards for quality and satisfaction, we've inspired other platforms to step up their game. Our success highlights a clear, growing need for specialized training in this digital era. As Uxcel gains more ground, the value of top-notch UX/UI training is only going to become more essential.

Conclusion

Earning 66 badges in the G2 Spring 2024 Report is a big deal for us. It shows our dedication to offering high-quality and innovative design education. This not only highlights how effective our platform is but also cements our place as a leader in e-Learning for design.

Looking ahead, we're thrilled to continue paving the path in UX/UI design education and career development.

Tired of one-liner feedback like "Nice work!" on design platforms that barely scratch the surface? Real growth needs more than empty praise—it demands expert insights and actionable advice.



🚀 Introducing Uxcel's Design Briefs & Showcase! 🚀



Say goodbye to shallow 'great jobs' and say hello to meaningful critique. Last year alone, over 2,000 design challenges were completed on Uxcel by our community members, sharpening their UX skills and unleashing creativity. Now, we're taking it up a notch:

✅ Transforming challenges into Design Briefs — design exercises that are not just about pretty UI, but a complete set of challenges to empower any design role. Carefully crafted to help you practice your skills at any level, and build your design portfolio.



🎨 Enter Showcase: where your projects take center stage before the entire Uxcel community, including a panel of seasoned Uxcel Experts. They're not just reviewers; they're your mentors, ready to elevate your design craft with wisdom that only experience can offer.


💎 Welcome Uxcel Experts — a select group of industry professionals committed to fostering the growth and excellence of the design community through meaningful feedback, mentorship, and guidance.

Ready to ditch doom scrolling for active growth? Get started on Design Briefs, showcase your mastery, and soak in the expert advice. It's not just feedback; it's fuel for your design journey, propelling your UX design skills into the stratosphere.

Take charge of your growth—practice relentlessly, embrace invaluable feedback, and with every expert tip, improve your design craft.

Ready to take your Figma skills from 0 to 1? Our new course, Introduction to Figma, is perfect for designers eager to learn or refine their Figma expertise.

Dive into the basics, grasp essential interface components, and master collaboration techniques. Then, enhance your workflow with in-depth lessons on layer management, layout grids, and typography.Experience transformative learning with our 100% video-based exercises.

This course is designed for anyone starting their Figma journey, but it's also a great fit for experienced users aiming to polish their skills. Fill in any knowledge gaps and set yourself on the path to Figma mastery.

Become proficient in Figma, and let's make your design workflow much more fun and efficient. Discover the course today and take your Figma skills to the next level!

Exciting news for the academic world! 🎓 Uxcel proudly introduces Uxcel for Universities, a pioneering initiative tailored for education providers. This program bridges the crucial gap between academic study and real-world design work, offering students an interactive, industry-relevant learning experience.

With Uxcel for Universities, educators can now enrich their curriculum with over 20+ design courses and 100+ hands-on projects, all crafted by top industry experts. It's a comprehensive suite where gamified, habit-forming experiences meet robust, real-world application.

For students, this means access to a skill assessments platform to identify strengths and areas for growth, real-life design briefs for practical engagement, and the chance to earn industry-leading certifications that enhance employability.

Uxcel for Universities isn't just a tool; it's a transformational journey that prepares students for their future roles, ensuring they step into the professional world with confidence, skill, and a portfolio to impress.

Get your institution ahead of the curve. Apply to get Uxcel for your university today and empower the next generation of designers! 🚀

We’re excited to announce the launch of Uxcel Cares – our heartfelt initiative dedicated to empowering non-profit organizations through design education.

Uxcel Cares aims to put design education tools in the hands of those who are making a positive impact on the world. By providing free access to our top-rated UX education platform, we support job seekers, underrepresented communities, eager students, and the dedicated researchers at non-profits globally.

This initiative underscores our commitment to closing the design skills gap and fostering a community where knowledge and resources are shared generously. With Uxcel Cares, nonprofits can tap into our extensive library of interactive courses, real-world projects, and assessments – all designed to help teams grow and succeed.

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn and excel in design, and with Uxcel Cares, we're making that vision a reality, one organization at a time. Join us in this journey of making the world a more design-literate place.If you're part of a non-profit looking to enhance your team's design capabilities, apply to become a Uxcel Cares partner today and let's design a better future together!

Welcome the Uxcel's Design Thinking Course – where your journey to master user-centered design begins. Immerse yourself in a course that’s set to transform the way you think about design solutions, making them not just functional but also sustainable and inclusive. With Uxcel, you delve into the intricate dance of problem definition, ideation, prototyping, and testing – the pillars of design that matter.

You’ll begin by grasping the fundamentals of design thinking, unlocking the potential to innovate within your team with a user-first mindset. As you progress, you'll master techniques for effectively identifying real-world problems and brainstorming creative, strategic solutions that hit the mark every time.

Prototyping and testing will become your playground for turning concepts into impactful realities, ensuring that every design stands up to the ultimate test: real user needs and expectations. And because the future of design is conscious and inclusive, you'll explore how to steer design thinking towards projects that resonate on a deeper level, integrating sustainability and leadership for long-term impact.

By the end of this course, you’ll not only have refined your design process but will also be ready to lead and inspire others with a design thinking approach that’s as innovative as it is responsible. Step into the role of a design thinker with Uxcel and reshape the world of design.