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2026-04-16T18:00:00.0000000

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Demo Event NYC: Rapid Prototyping with Figma Make

Figma Make’s AI features are transforming how we approach product design. In this expert-led demo event, you’ll watch a design concept come to life in real time. Follow along as we take an idea from an initial sketch through to a high-fidelity, interactive prototype, with no advanced design skills required.

BrainStation New York
Thu, Apr 16, 2026
2026-04-16T22:00:00.0000000Z – 2026-04-17T00:00:00.0000000Z

136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY How to get here
$55

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Akila Prayaga

Senior Product Manager

Akila Prayaga

Senior Product Manager

Figma Make's AI tools are transforming what’s possible in modern product design. Don't just speak to your ideas; showcase them with interactive prototypes in a fraction of the usual time and effort. In this immersive, expert-led demo event, you’ll get to see this process unfold through real-life application, watching a concept evolve into a beautiful, functional prototype step by step using AI.

Akila Prayaga

Senior Product Manager

Akila Prayaga is a Senior Product Manager at Disney, where she works on building innovative digital experiences for global audiences. In addition to her role at Disney, she is completing her Master’s at Northwestern University and was selected as a Factor Fellow in the inaugural cohort of Primary Venture Partners’ prestigious Factor Fellowship program. Passionate about mentorship and community, Akila brings a unique perspective on what it takes to break into and grow within the competitive world of product management.

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Understanding AI in Design & Prototyping

Get a clear overview of how modern AI design tools work and how prompt engineering applies to visual products. See how Figma Make can accelerate the design process, from idea to execution, and understand the core principles that unlock its full potential.
02
Introduction to Concept Generation

Watch a guided walkthrough of turning ideas, sketches, and research into clear wireframes. Learn the capabilities, limitations, and strategies for using AI to quickly generate and refine concepts without needing a full design team.
03
Expert-Led Demo: From Concept to Interactive Prototype

See a high-fidelity prototype built live in front of your eyes. We’ll move through each phase: reviewing the initial concept, generating the UI, experimenting with styles, colours, and fonts, and linking screens to create a realistic user experience, all powered by AI.

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136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY 10012

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BrainStation New York
Thu, Apr 16, 2026
2026-04-16T22:00:00.0000000Z – 2026-04-17T00:00:00.0000000Z

136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY Get Directions
$55

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