Let’s Build Something Together in 2025 – Free UX Class Opportunity (Hybrid)

# Let’s Build Something Together in 2025 – Free UX Class Opportunity

Hybrid event (In-person and via Zoom)
Zoom Reg HERE

Ok, fasten your seatbelts, here we go. This month we are still transitioning from Step 1 of the UX "Design" process which is UX Research (aka Discovery / Empathize) to Step 2 Define Problem. Here we will review common UX Research skills and techniques and see which ones makes sense to use for your project. Then how do we analyze the data in Step 1 and transition to Step 2. We also looked ahead at Step 3 Ideate or Solution to get an idea the goals we are moving into and for those that are ready to take the next step. We will discuss these steps in detail and apply them to your UX projects.

Jump in the 2025 UX Projects any time. I can easily catch you up to speed. No prior UX experience needed.

Details:

Do you—or someone you know—want to break into the field of User Experience (UX) Research and Design? Whether you’re looking for a career change, skill refresh, or a new creative challenge, this could be your opportunity!

This free UX class is modeled after top UX boot camps that typically cost thousands—even tens of thousands—of dollars. My goal is to provide a cost-free, inclusive learning experience, especially for minorities and those facing financial barriers to traditional education.

### What is UX?

UX (User Experience) is all about how people interact with products, services, and technology. It focuses on making experiences intuitive, engaging, and efficient. If you’ve ever thought, “This app is so easy to use!” or “Why is this website so frustrating?”—that’s UX in action!

### What Will We Do?

We’ll learn by doing, following the entire UX design process with real projects. You can:

• Work on your own project
• Team up with others
• Contribute to one of my projects

Together, we’ll cover essential UX skills, share ideas, and get feedback—all while building something meaningful. We’ll also bring in guest speakers, industry experts, and peer teaching to enrich the experience.

### Who Should Join?

UX is for everyone—no prior experience needed. It’s a great fit for people from backgrounds like:

• Graphic Design
• Marketing
• Psychology
• Architecture
• IT (like me!)

...or anyone curious about tech, creativity, and problem-solving. Bonus: No coding required!

### Why Join?

• Build your portfolio with real projects
• Gain career-ready skills in a high-demand field
• Network with like-minded learners and professionals
• Possibly launch a startup or transition into UX

This is a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate. If you—or someone you know—is interested, let’s connect!

If you are new to our regular monthly location please use this map link or you will get lost. We are not at the main IRWD office but the adjacent Community Room Building attached to the Clinic. Google maps does not help you find the front doors.

*The IRWD Community Meeting Room addr is 15500 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine. Here is the map link.

IRWD Community Meeting Room Map

Feel free to bring your dinner or snacks. Come early to grab a table spot. Full kitchen with frig and microwave available if needed.

Message me here or find me on LinkedIn to learn more or if you have questions.

Let’s build something amazing together in 2025!

Rhett Kuseski
UX Specialist

*“Irvine Ranch Water District makes its facilities available for use by residents and nonprofit organizations merely as a public service, but does not, by allowing this use, endorse or support the purpose of the event or its sponsor.”