Description

Why This Course Matters
The design field is at an inflection point with AI. Rather than replacing human insight, AI can amplify your existing UX skills when used strategically. This course cuts through the hype to focus on practical applications that respect user-centered design principles.

Course Structure & Lesson Plan

Oct 2: Foundations of AI-human collaboration in UX

Oct 9: Research and synthesis with AI assistance

Oct 16: Ideation and concept development workflows

Oct 23: Integration strategies and ethical considerations

Format

Live, 1-hour Zoom sessions each week

Each session will be held at 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Mountain Time)

Dedicated Slack channel for participants

What You’ll Learn
Through hands-on practice sessions, you’ll develop skills in:

Strategic prompting techniques specifically for design research and ideation

AI-assisted user research including interview synthesis and persona development

Collaborative ideation using AI as a creative partner in concept generation

Critical evaluation of AI outputs to maintain design quality and ethics

You’ll Walk Away With

Proven frameworks for incorporating AI into your design process

Hands-on experience with tools like FigJam integrated with ChatGPT/Claude

A personal toolkit of prompts and workflows ready for immediate use

Confidence to experiment while maintaining UX best practices

Prerequisites
Active UX practice experience. Access to AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) required. No technical background necessary.

Course Instructor: Sidharath Chhatani

Sidharath Chhatani is a seasoned Senior Product Designer with a diverse background in product design, human-computer interaction, and web development. After earning his Master’s in HCI from the University of Michigan, he worked with organizations like ClutchPrep, AssistmentsFoundation, and Mark43, where he played critical roles in improving workflows, building design systems, and enhancing user experiences. Most recently, he served at TechnologyAdvice, where he led user research and AI-driven initiatives to optimize design processes and align design work with business goals.

An active member of the Denver UX community, Sidharath mentors emerging designers and regularly attends conferences like UXDX, UXPA, and Industry Product Management. Outside of work, he enjoys running, swing dancing, hiking, and spending time with his spouse and their poodle mix, Yuko.