ARTICLE SUMMARY: Whether you’re self taught or just getting out of design school, it’s exciting to get out into the real world and start making a name for yourself in the business.

The trouble happens when reality sets in, you’re book smart, but short on experience. School can only teach you so much. The good news is, it’s your fellow designers that will help you level up by giving you tips and advice that only the experienced can pass on.

How Beginner Designers Can Improve Their UI/UX Skills,” by Kashaf Maryam khan, pays it forward by sharing tips and advice that will help beginners advance their design career. To help you along your way some of tips include:

  • Redesign Existing Apps or Websites
  • The three pillars thatdefine how professional your design feels
  • My Extra Tips for Growing as a Designer

It’s good to listen to experienced designers that have already made mistakes and learned from them. Their advice helps beginners avoid common pitfalls and speed up their growth. While school teaches theory, seasoned designers share how things actually work in practice—client needs, deadlines, collaboration, and industry standards.

It is a great help to hear from someone who has gone down the same road before you and is successful. Their success reassures and encourages beginners to keep going—you can do this!

This is a great article for beginners, and an inspiration to the seasoned designers to help the next generation. Let us know what you think in the comments.