<ul><li>Designers often struggle with overwhelming interfaces when using professional design tools like Figma for the first time.</li><li>The idea of incorporating gamification into Figma's onboarding process to gradually introduce features and reward mastery is proposed.</li><li>Suggestions include adaptive UI, feature unlocks based on interaction, skill progression tracking, and guided learning challenges.</li><li>Gamification has shown to boost engagement, knowledge retention, and learning outcomes, but critics warn of potential compulsive behavior.</li><li>Professional platforms like Salesforce Trailhead and Microsoft Learn already use gamification to encourage learning.</li><li>A balanced approach is suggested, offering both guided learning paths with achievements and immediate access for different user preferences.</li><li>The goal is to empower users of design tools with supportive onboarding systems that enhance learning without feeling restrictive.</li><li>The article concludes by inviting readers to share their opinions on whether a gamification system would improve accessibility in Figma.</li></ul>

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