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Pick up some required reading

A well-written and thorough book can be an amazing path to build deeper understanding on Design and also act as a handbook as you discover the internet's vast resources.

Many resources around the web are based on these books, so they are a great place to start.

Consult places like Goodreads and Amazon to get the widest possible selection, as well as input from other peers on which books to pick.

Work with one of our 473 Design mentors available

Self-teaching is a great tool, but working with an experienced mentor can accelerate your learnings by 10x.

Our mentors are hand-picked Design experts who will help you learn Design and guide you towards your goals.


So I'm John a product designer of services/applications, I'm a South African by birth with an Irish mother. I have an obsessive nature for the understanding of complex and beautiful things. Be it software, gadgets, people or even macro systems. This has naturally found me designing software and services for โ€ฆ

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To put it briefly, I'm based in Zurich, Switzerland, and I specialize in assisting individuals in monetizing their skills and creating new ventures. I frequently begin working with my clients before they have a business idea. I can help you identify your strong assets, monetize them, and verify them with โ€ฆ

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As a long time management consultant, I made the switch into Product Management and I can help YOU get into PM as well. With over 10 years of experience in product management and strategy, I founded a product advisory firm to help startups and established companies create amazing products and โ€ฆ

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I am Prashant Garje, a seasoned Engineering Leader with extensive experience in leading and architecting complex organization-wide technical programs. I drive technical innovation and deliver impactful initiatives that help transform businesses. With a career spanning over a decade, I have gained extensive experience in software development, engineering management, and program โ€ฆ

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I've spent 10 years working in Design with the last 7 of those years working with early-stage start-ups. I've always been a generalist of sorts, knowing a little bit about a lot in addition to deep knowledge in Product Design, User Research, and Product Strategy. I'm a deeply feeling, loyal, โ€ฆ

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I'm Liam Atkinson, a Senior Graphic designer from the North of England. I have 13 years experience within the creative industry and have worked with a range of brands across many different sectors. How can I help you? Throughout my experience, I learned that good and constructive feedback is vital โ€ฆ

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With a 15-year track record in data science across industry and academia, my expertise spans Python, R, SQL, and MATLAB, tailored for tasks like automation, data modeling, and extraction in environments including AWS. My academic credentials include a PhD in Complex Systems and Brain Sciences and a Master's in Psychology, โ€ฆ

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Engineering Manager with a decade of experience as an individual contributor. Previously worked at True Link Financial and Uber. I've worked across the stack and am always looking to learn more. I've helped over 30 engineers get jobs in the industry, including several folks on MentorCruise. I spent the first โ€ฆ

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Work under great Design instructors through courses

Get a bit more hands-on with your learning by taking a course. Courses are a great way to get started with Design and get a bit more practical experience.

Many courses are also accompanied by a community, which can be a great way to get feedback and help from peers.

Finally, courses can get you beyond the basics of Design and into more advanced topics, certifications and even job opportunities.

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