
- Instructor: Todd Barrett
- Lectures: 34
- Students: 33554
- Duration: 10 weeks
This comprehensive course introduces Balsamiq Mockups as a critical tool for wireframing in software development, explaining that visualisation saves time and avoids miscommunication often associated with textual requirements. It first clarifies the concept of wireframing, emphasising its importance for aligning development teams and stakeholders on screen layout early in a project. The source then transitions into a practical tutorial, detailing the system requirements for installing Balsamiq on Windows and Mac, followed by an overview of the user interface and its four main components, including the extensive UI Library categories. Finally, the guide provides a step-by-step process for creating a first project (a company website), explaining how to set up navigation links, and concluding with instructions on exporting mockups as PNG images or PDF files for sharing.
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This course by Academy Europe aims at imparting quality education and training to students.
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This course is directed toward a student-centered, independent study, asynchronous learning approach.
After completing this course on Academy Europe, students will get self improvement and promotion in their careers.
This course is based on at least two learning skills which are provided to the users through audio & visuals, videos, verbal presentations and articles, all of which are asynchronized with distance education approach.
Prerequisites
Before you start proceeding with this course on Academy Europe, we are assuming that you have a good aptitude and can think logically. You should want to try something different.
Ideal candidates for the course would typically possess:
– Discipline and attentiveness
– Ability to conduct research
– Ability to perform tasks with speed, efficiency, and accuracy
– Analytical judgment
– Patience to interpret technical/scientific data
– A willingness to learn, roll up your sleeves and work toward your dream!
– A computer, tablet or smartphone and an internet connection
– Basic computer skills
Curriculum
- 8 Sections
- 34 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
- Introduction1
- Welcome to Balsamiq! A First-Timer's Guide to the Interface5
- A Beginner's Guide to Wireframing: From Idea to Blueprint6
- 3.1Introduction: The Challenge of Building Software from Words Alone
- 3.21. What Exactly is Wireframing?
- 3.32. The Core Benefits: Why Wireframing is a Critical First Step
- 3.43. The Key Players: Who Creates and Uses Wireframes?
- 3.54. The Tools of the Trade: From Simple Sketch to Digital Blueprint
- 3.65. Conclusion: A Foundation for Success
- Briefing: Balsamiq Mockups and the Wireframing Process4
- Lecture Notes: Principles and Practice of Rapid Prototyping with Balsamiq Mockups5
- 5.11.0 Module 1: Foundational Principles of Wireframing in Software Development
- 5.22.0 Module 2: An Introduction to Balsamiq as a Professional Wireframing Tool
- 5.33.0 Module 3: Environment Setup and a Deep Dive into the Balsamiq User Interface
- 5.44.0 Module 4: Practical Application – Wireframing a Corporate Website
- 5.55.0 Module 5: Finalizing and Disseminating Mockups for Stakeholder Review
- A Product Manager's Guide to Integrating Balsamiq into the Software Development Lifecycle4
- Balsamiq Best Practices for Efficient Wireframing and Collaboration5
- 7.11.0 Introduction: Transforming Requirements into Shared Vision
- 7.22.0 The Strategic Value of Wireframing with Balsamiq
- 7.33.0 The Four-Phase Best Practice Workflow
- 7.44.0 Mastering Key Balsamiq Features for Peak Efficiency
- 7.55.0 Conclusion: Driving Project Success with Clear, Collaborative Wireframes
- Balsamiq Mockups Study Guide4
Requirements
- Discipline and attentiveness
- Ability to conduct research
- Ability to perform tasks with speed, efficiency, and accuracy
- Analytical judgment
- Patience to interpret technical/scientific data
- A willingness to learn, roll up your sleeves and work toward your dream!
- A computer, tablet or smartphone and an internet connection
- Basic computer skills
Features
- Before you start proceeding with this course on Academy Europe, we are assuming that you have a good aptitude and can think logically. You should want to try something different.
Target audiences
- This course by Academy Europe aims at imparting quality education and training to students.
- Academy Europe is dedicated to its students, their specific learning requirements, and their overall learning success.
- This course is directed toward a student-centered, independent study, asynchronous learning approach.
- After completing this course on Academy Europe, students will get self improvement and promotion in their careers.
- This course is based on at least two learning skills which are provided to the users through audio & visuals, videos, verbal presentations and articles, all of which are asynchronized with distance education approach.