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Designer → Product Engineer
You design interfaces — learn to build the ones you imagine, in code, on a real design system.
You might be a fit if
- You design interfaces and want to ship them yourself.
- You’re comfortable in Figma.
- You’re curious about how it’s built.
What you'll learn
- TypeScript, React and Next.js
- Turning designs into shipped, accessible UI
- Design systems in code
- Working with real APIs and states
Skills you need to start
- A design portfolio (Figma or similar)
- An eye for detail
- Willingness to learn to code
What we expect
- Full-time commitment through the cohort
- Ship UI on real products
- Pair with engineers and designers
▹ Paid, mentored. Qualified participants receive a learning stipend through the cohort (discussed on selection). Strong performers convert to full-time roles.
The cohort process
01
Apply
CV + short motivation
02
Aptitude
how you think & learn
03
Conversation
your goals & fit
04
Cohort offer
place + learning stipend
05
Onboard
into your cohort
06
On the job
build real systems, mentored
07
Convert
strong performers go full-time
Apply to this cohort
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