How to learn any new software quickly?
I’ll share some learning techniques to learn any new software using the Canva example in this blog.
Do you feel afraid of learning new software? Have you ever lost a promotion or bonus since others were better at some software than you? Are you a teacher who wants to transition to the corporate world but is afraid to learn new software? If any of these answers are true. This blog is for you!
I apply data science, graphic design, instructional design and technology to create effective learning experiences for my work. I use a variety of software for my work. Since childhood, I have always found it fascinating to learn new software, and I continue to do it even now whenever I get a chance.
But not all people feel the same. I noticed it whenever I collaborated with people from non-tech backgrounds. My experience collaborating with such people made me realize the importance of learning new software. Software evolution and proliferation are inevitable in the 21st century. However, if we don’t learn, unlearn, or re-learn, it could negatively impact our lives and careers.
Here are some strategies that I use to learn new software quickly:
Step 1: Identify Goal!
Identify a real-life goal that you could achieve using new software. For instance, when I was trying to learn a Graphic Design Software, Canva, on my own, I identified one of my real-life…