Designing User Interfaces: Prototyping in Figma

FLIGHT 2026 Workshop Series

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Description: 

Ever wanted to design your own app but didn’t know where to start? In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the basics of UI design and prototyping using Figma, a leading industry tool for designing and prototyping digital interfaces. The session includes a guided walkthrough of Figma followed by a hands-on activity where participants will create their own simple app or interface design. By the end, you’ll have a prototype of your own and the confidence to keep designing.

Format:

Each interactive online workshop will be approx. 2 hours via Zoom, from  10 am - 2 pm ET.  All that is required to join is a computer (or Chromebook), and an internet connection. 

Audience: 

The FLIGHT (Future Leaders Innovating to Go Higher in Technology) 2026 Workshops are FREE Virtual sessions that offer an introduction to computing for girls and gender diverse students aged 12-18 who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC).

Learn more about FLIGHT and the Workshop Series.