In this two-part series, Andrii Zhdan outlines common challenges faced at the start of a design career and offers advice to smooth your journey based on insights from his experience hiring designers. Learn why mastering design tools is crucial, how to build a strong portfolio, and tips for acing your first interviews. https://smashingmagazine.com/2024/08/thoughts-after-15-years-spent-ux-design-part1/
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