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Rapid prototyping in Figma: What PMs & SWEs need to know

30 min
Mar 4, 2026 12:30 PM
Virtual (Zoom)

In this video

What you'll learn

Figma interface literacy

Learn to navigate frames, layers, components, and prototype mode so you can follow projects and collaborate confidently.

Rapid Prototyping to Communicate Ideas Clearly

Learn how to create quick, low-fidelity prototypes to share ideas, test assumptions, and align teams.

Reduce Rework by Making Ideas Visible

Understand how to use prototypes and flows to prevent early on misinterpretations and unnecessary redesigns.

Why this topic matters

Design literacy is becoming a baseline skill for PMs and engineers. Thinking in flows and prototypes not only makes you a stronger teammate but also allows you to bridge the gap between idea, design, and implementation. This helps you and your team to move faster, reduce confusion, and avoid costly missteps.

You'll learn from

Erin Essex

Erin Essex

Sr Interaction Designer @Google | Former Design Director: MongoDB, Shutterstock

Previously at:

Google
YouTube
Shutterstock
MongoDB
Major League Baseball
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