Sometimes the number of resources available feels overwhelming. I often get stuck, unsure where to start or which one to choose. What would you suggest in situations like this?

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Overwhelmed by the abundance of UX resources

There are so many resources out there, I can imagine how intimidating it can be. Here's how to simplify it:

Start with asking yourself the following questions:

What’s my end goal?

Where do I feel stuck, and why?

If I started a project tomorrow, what’s the first hurdle I’d face?

As a UX designer, you’ll always be learning on the job. However you want to learn just enough to solve the immediate problem in front of you, while knowing where you want to end up.

I’ve written an article to guide you step-by-step from zero to UX designer:

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How do I get started in UX in 2024? If you’re a student, and/or looking to transition to UX Design from another role, start your journey by following 6 simple step guide.

https://uxplaybook.org/articles/how-to-become-a-ux-designer-2024

Sometimes the number of resources available feels overwhelming. I often get stuck, unsure where to start or which one to choose. What would you suggest in situations like this?

Overwhelmed by the abundance of UX resources

I’ve written an article to guide you step-by-step from zero to UX designer:

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