Wrapping Up Design to Development ✧
A little update from DI!
(1) Event Recap
(2) Next Week
(3) Upcoming on 11/13!
(4) Design Beyond DI
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Code It! We wrapped up our Design to Development Series by learning how to turn prototypes into functional websites and seeing how design translates into code. It’s been so fun to see your ideas grow from sketches to finished projects!
✦ Next Week: Speaker Event with Nick Birkby ✦
Monday, November 3 | 6-7 PM @ Room 2538, Morgridge Hall
Join us for a conversation with Nick Birkby, UX Researcher at Flex. Nick will share insights from his work in user experience research and discuss how design teams turn data into impactful, human-centered products. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and connect with others interested in UX design and research!
Mark your calendar for November 13 and get involved!
1) World Usability Day - CDIS Celebration
Thursday, November 13 | All day @ Morgridge Hall
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of World Usability Day with hands-on activities, food, and opportunities to connect with the Madison design and tech community.
This year’s theme, Emerging Technologies and Human Experience, explores how innovations like AI and immersive interfaces shape the way we live and work.
Volunteer Opportunities!! Help run sessions, welcome guests, and earn some extra swag while building your resume. Sign up to volunteer here.
2) Figma - Intro to the Collaborative Interface Design Tool
Thursday, November 13 | 5:30-7 PM
If you liked our Design to Development Series and want to take your skills even further, this workshop is for you! Join Figma for an interactive session introducing the main features of their collaborative design platform and how it can help bring your ideas to life.
You’ll get an introduction to:
The core concepts of Figma and how it supports the design process
Key interface design tools and features
How to create interactive prototypes and UI elements
Tips for designing efficiently and consistently
Workshop Details
Audience: Anyone interested in user interface design or app development
Prerequisites: Basic computer use, internet access, and a Figma account
🔗 Register here - registration opens Thursday, October 30.
Design Beyond DI ⬇︎
MadHacks Weekend Hackathon!
Saturday–Sunday, November 22–23 | Morgridge Hall
MadHacks is back! Join UW–Madison’s annual hackathon for a weekend of innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re a first-time hacker or a returning participant, MadHacks is the perfect place to learn new skills, connect with fellow creators, and bring your ideas to life. Applications close Friday, November 8!
✐ᝰ. DesignLab – Digital Design Support
Working on a presentation, poster, video, or another creative project? DesignLab offers free one-on-one tutoring to help you improve your design, storytelling, and visuals. Their consultants can guide you at any stage, from brainstorming ideas to refining the final product. Both in-person and virtual appointments are available throughout the semester at multiple campus locations.
⚙︎ Software Training for Students (STS)
Looking to sharpen your tech skills? STS) offers free, hands-on workshops and 1-on-1 support on tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel, R, Python, HTML/CSS/JS, and more. Learn from fellow students in a supportive, low-stress environment whether for class projects or personal growth!
✧ See you Monday, Nov 3rd for our Speaker Event with Nick Birkby! ✧