# Getting Started: Support

**Help, community, and what other designers say**

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## What Other Designers Say

### Testimonials

> "I was skeptical at first - another design methodology? But WDS changed how I think about my role. I'm no longer just making things pretty. I'm the strategic thinker who makes products come alive."
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> **— Sarah K., Product Designer**

> "The 5x speed increase is real. But what surprised me most was how much clearer my thinking became. Writing conceptual specifications forced me to understand the 'why' at a deeper level."
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> **— Marcus L., UX Lead**

> "I thought AI would replace me. WDS showed me how to make AI amplify my thinking instead. Now I'm the most valuable designer on my team."
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> **— Priya S., Senior Designer**

> "The paradigm shift hit me in Module 4: my design IS the product. The code is just the printout. That completely changed how I approach every project."
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> **— James T., Design Director**

_Note: More testimonials will be added as designers complete the course._

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## Common Questions

### FAQ

**Q: Do I need to know how to code?**
A: No. WDS is about design thinking and specifications. AI handles the implementation.

**Q: What if I don't have a project to practice with?**
A: The course includes practice exercises. You can also use a hypothetical project or redesign an existing app.

**Q: Can I use this with my current design process?**
A: Yes! WDS complements existing processes. Many designers integrate it gradually.

**Q: Is this only for digital products?**
A: WDS is optimized for digital products, but the principles apply to any design work.

**Q: What if I get stuck?**
A: Each module includes clear examples and guidance. The AI assistant can help clarify concepts as you learn.

**Q: Do I need to complete all modules?**
A: No. The Quick Start path (4 modules) gives you enough to start applying WDS immediately.

**Q: Can I teach this to my team?**
A: Yes! WDS is open-source and free. Share it with your entire team.

**Q: How is this different from traditional design documentation?**
A: Traditional docs describe WHAT. WDS captures WHY + WHAT + WHAT NOT TO DO. This makes it AI-ready and preserves your design intent.

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## Getting Help

### During the Course

**While learning:**

- Each module includes detailed examples
- AI assistants can clarify concepts in real-time
- Practice exercises with clear success criteria

**After completion:**

- GitHub Discussions for questions and sharing
- Community showcase of WDS projects
- Regular updates and new case studies

**Contributing:**

- WDS is open-source and welcomes contributions
- Share your case studies and learnings
- Help improve the course for future designers

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## Support & Community

### Resources

**Documentation:**

- Full course materials in markdown
- NotebookLM integration for audio/video learning
- Workshop materials for team training

**Community:**

- GitHub Discussions for Q&A
- Project showcase and feedback
- Regular updates and improvements

**Open Source:**

- Free to use and share
- Contributions welcome
- Help shape the future of WDS

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## Ready to Start?

You have everything you need:

- ✅ The skills (design thinking)
- ✅ The tools (paper + AI)
- ✅ The time (10 hours)
- ✅ The motivation (staying indispensable)

**Next step:** Start learning!

**[Start Module 01: Why WDS Matters →](../module-01-why-wds-matters/module-01-overview.md)**

Or review the full course structure:

**[← Back to Course Overview](../00-course-overview.md)**

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