Trending @Accenture; Want to switch career to UI/UX but feeling clueless, need genuine advice

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Hi everyone, I’m in a completely non-technical role right now (mostly Excel, coordination), and I have around 2 years of experience. Recently I’ve become really interested in UI/UX, but honestly I feel super lost.

I’ve started learning Figma and want to build a portfolio, but I’m not sure how should I take it forward. I do have good interest in this field

My questions:

In today’s AI-heavy world, what’s the actual UI/UX job market like?

Besides Figma, what else do beginners really need to know to get noticed?

What steps should I take right now to properly transition into UI/UX?

How can I build a portfolio that actually helps me get a job?

Any pro tips you wish you knew when you started?

I’m really serious about moving into UI/UX, but I’m confused and honestly need help. Any advice would mean a lot.

Thanks in advance 🙏