KHADIJAH SADI GARBA

Junior UI/UX Designer
Kaduna, NG.

About

Creative Junior UI/UX Designer with a unique blend of analytical thinking from a Chemistry background and certified expertise in Google UX Design, Microsoft, and AI in UX Design. Adept at leveraging Figma and Canva to craft intuitive, user-centered digital experiences, I excel in translating complex requirements into clear, accessible, and visually engaging interfaces. Proven ability to lead and collaborate on innovative solutions, driving impactful digital product development from concept to user testing.

Work

3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Programme
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UI/UX Design

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Completed intensive UI/UX Design training, applying user-centered methodologies and leading a team to develop an innovative solution for a national hackathon.

Highlights

Completed intensive UI/UX Design training, mastering user research, design thinking, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing using Figma.

Led and collaborated within a team during the 3MTT Cohort 2 Hackathon, developing an innovative Agriculture & Food Security solution.

Contributed to a project that ranked among the Top 5 out of numerous submissions, showcasing strong problem-solving and design skills.

Gained practical experience in teamwork, presentation, and communication, delivering impactful digital solutions through a structured design process.

Summer of Bitcoin
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UX Design Bootcamp Participant

Summary

Participated in an intensive bootcamp focused on Bitcoin and open-source UX design, collaborating globally to enhance user experiences.

Highlights

Engaged in an intensive bootcamp, focusing on specialized UX design principles for Bitcoin and open-source projects.

Collaborated with global contributors to identify and implement improvements for user experiences within open-source ecosystems.

Applied design thinking methodologies to create clear, accessible, and highly usable digital solutions for complex platforms.

TechyJaunt
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Trainee

Summary

Introduced to web and product design fundamentals, culminating in the design and development of a personal website project.

Highlights

Acquired foundational knowledge in web and product design, including layout structure, typography, and user interface principles.

Designed and developed a personal website project, applying learned principles to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing interface.

Developed proficiency in visual hierarchy, color balance, and responsive design, ensuring optimal user experience across devices.

Kaduna Polytechnic
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Student Intern (SIWES)

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Completed industrial training as part of a Chemistry program, gaining hands-on laboratory experience and developing strong analytical skills applicable to data-informed design.

Highlights

Gained hands-on experience in laboratory procedures and research documentation, enhancing precision and attention to detail.

Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills through scientific experimentation and data interpretation.

Collaborated effectively in a team environment, contributing to efficient project execution and shared learning.

Cultivated a structured, data-informed approach to problem-solving, directly transferable to making evidence-based design decisions.

Education

Kaduna state university
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

B.Sc.

Pure and Applied Chemistry

Duniya model school, kaduna
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary School Certificate (NECO)

Languages

English

Certificates

Google UX Design Certificate

Issued By

Coursera

Microsoft UX Design Professional Certificate

Issued By

Microsoft

GenAI for UX Designers
3MTT Programme Certificate – Product Design Track

Issued By

3MTT Programme

TechyJaunt Certificate – Web & Product Design

Issued By

TechyJaunt

Skills

Tools

Figma, Canva.

Design

Wireframing, Prototyping, Design Thinking, User Research, Information Architecture, Journey Mapping, Visual Hierarchy, Color Balance, Responsive Design, User-Centered Design.

Soft Skills

Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Presentation, Analytical Thinking, Data-Informed Decision Making.