In this chapter, we’ll go over the basics of Sketch, an OSX application for UI/UX design. Sketch is used by professional UI/UX designers to create interfaces for websites and applications. Its intuitive interface and vector-based workflow have made it the software of choice for many in the field. Over the course of this chapter, you’ll become acquainted with the fundamental concepts of designing with Sketch. We’ll start by explaining what Sketch is and showing you how to download and install the 30-day free trial. Then we’ll let you get your hands on the application itself, showing you how to make use of Sketch’s flexible and powerful interface for professional design. We’ll wrap up the chapter by explaining the menus and plug-ins that you have at your disposal in Sketch. Let’s get started!
