We are turning the spotlight to Kathy Nguyen, an incredible Avocademy alum. Kathy shares her struggle to find a job during the outbreak of the pandemic, how Avocademy came into helping her land her job, and her journey and experience as a working...

Whether you are just starting out in UX design or have been in the industry for a while, it is always a good idea to keep learning. Continuously growing and sharpening your skills is important for UX designers as UX is always evolving.

Of course,...

Since the term was coined in the 1970s, imposter syndrome has become part of the academic and professional lexicon around the globe. 

Imposter syndrome refers to feelings of inadequacy in the workplace. People experiencing imposter syndrome...

In order to become a UX designer, like with any career, you are going to need some training. You should have a good understanding of what a UX designer does. You’ll need to learn how to do tasks from product research to wireframing to user...

Learning is a process. To gain new skills, you have to invest time and effort into study and practice. But how much time and effort does it take to become a UX designer? 

It depends on your approach. In this article, we’ll walk you...

We all know that teachers are heroes. Whether they work with preschoolers or teenagers, teachers make sure the next generation is armed with the knowledge they need to navigate life’s challenges. 

To perform this important job, teachers...

So you want to be a UX Designer? Maybe you are switching careers. Maybe you already have a background in design. Maybe you are just out of college and trying to figure out what you are going to do with your four-year degree in philosophy. UX...

Considering a career pivot? You are not alone. According to Business Insider, a whopping one in four workers in the United States were hoping to change jobs in 2021, or whenever the threat of the pandemic abates. 

That figure was even higher...

If you are considering a career in UX design, you are probably wondering what does a UX designer do? Well, a big part of UX design is asking questions. Of course, simply asking questions is not all a UX designer does day to day, but as a UX...

UX Design Salary Overview

Exploring a new career path requires considerable soul-searching. You might ask yourself, will I enjoy this work? Do my skills and talents make sense in this industry? At some point, however, students and career changers...