In the 1920’s, German psychologists Max Wertheimer, Kurt Koffka, and Wolfgang Kohler developed the Gestalt principles when they were studying human perception and how the human brain makes order out of chaos. Wertheimer, Koffka and...

So you want to make a career change. Great, now you have to take 2-4 years of your life to go back to school and hand over some serious cash, right? 

Actually, no. Although a career change may not be easy, it doesn't mean it has to take a...

So you are thinking about becoming a UX designer. Now your question is probably, how would I even become one if I did decide to pursue UX design? Well, you've come to the right place. Here at Avocademy you can take our 8 week UX design course and...

 While it may not be for everyone, UX design can be for anyone. UX design is a great career for anyone who likes getting creative, making a comfortable salary, and doing work that matters.  

 If you’re looking for reasons...

Design Thinking is an approach to problem solving that is used by designers and professionals in many industries. Why is this Design Thinking becoming so popular in the workplace? By using Design Thinking, companies have found that they can...

 Going into your first UX job offer negotiation can seem a bit scary and nerve-wracking. UX design is a diverse and relatively new field. You may be wondering: How much should I ask for? How much will my employer expect me to ask for? 

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 One of the best parts of becoming a UX designer is that you can immerse yourself in a wide variety of work. From research to interface design, UX professionals get to be both analytical and creative, and many enjoy working as UX generalists....

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...