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Getting Started: Learning Paths

Choose your journey through WDS


Choose Your Journey

  • Complete all modules in order
  • Practice exercises for each module
  • Apply to a real project as you learn
  • Time: 6-8 weeks, 10-15 hours total
  • Best for: Designers who want to master the methodology

Option 2: Quick Start

  • Focus on core modules (Module 01, 02, 04, 06)
  • Skip advanced topics initially
  • Get started fast, learn more later
  • Time: 2-3 weeks, 3-4 hours total
  • Best for: Designers who need results quickly

Option 3: Self-Paced

  • Learn one module per week
  • Deep practice between modules
  • Build multiple projects as you learn
  • Time: 16+ weeks, 20+ hours total
  • Best for: Designers who want deep mastery

What You'll Create

Your First WDS Project

By the end of this course, you'll have created:

1. Complete Project Brief

  • Vision and goals clearly defined
  • Stakeholders and constraints documented
  • Foundation for all design decisions

2. Trigger Map

  • Target groups identified and prioritized
  • User triggers and outcomes mapped
  • Features prioritized by impact

3. Scenario Specifications

  • At least one complete user scenario
  • Conceptual specifications for key components
  • AI-ready documentation

4. Design System Foundation

  • Design tokens extracted from your specs
  • Component patterns identified
  • Reusable architecture defined

Estimated value: What used to take 6-8 weeks now takes 1-2 weeks


Course Format

Each module contains:

  • Inspiration - Why this matters and what you'll gain
  • Teaching - How to do it with confidence and AI support
  • Practice - Apply it to your own project
  • Tutorial - Quick step-by-step guide (for practical modules)

Learning formats:

  • Read as documentation
  • Generate videos/podcasts with NotebookLM
  • Use in workshops and team training
  • Apply to real projects as you learn

Ready to Begin?

Choose your path and start learning:

Start Module 01: Why WDS Matters →

Or check support resources first:

Continue to Support →


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