The Story Behind Glowthinkers
We started with a simple belief that great web design education should be practical, accessible, and connected to real industry needs. What began as late-night conversations about bridging the gap between academic theory and workplace reality has grown into Taiwan's most hands-on web design learning community.
Our Journey
From a small idea to transforming how people learn web design
The Beginning
Founded by two web professionals who were frustrated with the disconnect between traditional education and industry reality. We noticed too many talented designers struggling to transition from classroom projects to client work because they lacked real-world experience with modern tools and workflows.
First Breakthrough
Launched our signature project-based approach where students work on actual client briefs from day one. This wasn't just about teaching code – it was about understanding client communication, deadline management, and the iterative design process that happens in real agencies.
Community Growth
Expanded beyond individual courses to create a supportive learning ecosystem. We realized that peer feedback and collaborative problem-solving were just as valuable as instructor guidance. Our student community became a network of professionals supporting each other's growth.
Industry Recognition
Partnered with leading Taiwan design agencies to create direct pathways from our programs to employment opportunities. This wasn't about guarantees – it was about building genuine relationships between our graduates and companies who valued practical skills over just certificates.
Meet Our Team
The people who make learning web design an engaging, practical experience
Elena Voss
Elena brings eight years of agency experience to our curriculum design. She believes the best learning happens when students work on projects that mirror real client challenges, which is why our courses emphasize practical problem-solving over theoretical exercises.
Marcus Lindqvist
Marcus focuses on making complex technical concepts accessible to beginners. His background in both development and teaching helps students understand not just how to code, but why certain approaches work better for different types of projects.
Our Teaching Philosophy
We combine structured learning with creative exploration, giving students both the technical skills and design thinking they need for professional success.
What Drives Us
The principles that shape every course we create and every student interaction
Practical First Approach
We start every lesson with real scenarios. Instead of spending weeks on theory before touching actual projects, students begin working with live briefs from their first session. This approach came from watching too many graduates struggle with the transition from classroom to workplace.
Our project library includes everything from small business websites to complex e-commerce platforms, giving students exposure to the variety they'll encounter professionally. Each project teaches specific skills while building a portfolio that actually demonstrates capability to potential employers.
Collaborative Learning
Great web design happens through feedback and iteration. Our programs emphasize peer review, group problem-solving, and collaborative projects that mirror professional team environments.
Current Industry Focus
We update our curriculum quarterly based on industry trends and feedback from our network of professional partners. Students learn tools and techniques that are actually being used right now.
Growth Mindset
We believe everyone can learn web design with the right support and approach. Our programs are designed to build confidence through achievable challenges that gradually increase in complexity.
Creative Problem Solving
Technical skills are just tools. We focus equally on developing design thinking, client communication, and the creative problem-solving abilities that make designers valuable team members.