Rapid UI/UX Evolution: Testing and Designing for a Social Community MVP

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Peer Circle App by wedstll
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Sonya Denton
Co-Founder/CEO
(23)
4
Preferred learners
  • Anywhere
  • Academic experience
Categories
Design & creative Data analysis UI design UX design Graphic design Community engagement
Skills
iterative design user experience (ux) usability testing rapid prototyping user experience (ux) design user interface (ui) design figma (design software) user feedback user interface (ui)
Project scope
What is the main goal for this project?

The project aims to test and refine our social app for post-secondary students aged 18-24. The intern will be pivotal in enhancing the UI/UX design and improving the app's user experience through rapid prototyping, iterative design, and direct user feedback. Focus areas include navigation flow, community interaction, and accessibility and privacy features for a diverse user base.

What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?

Project Activities:


  1. Participate in usability testing for the MVP, analyze user feedback, and engage in rapid prototyping using tools like Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD.
  2. Implement iterative design enhancements based on user feedback, prioritize changes for user engagement and ease of use, and focus on enhancing accessibility and privacy features.
  3. Work closely with the development team to ensure accurate implementation.
  4. Conduct a final evaluation and prepare a comprehensive report detailing the design process, outcomes, and recommendations for future UI/UX development
How will you support learners in completing the project?

Support for the UI/UX Design Intern:


  1. The intern will receive regular guidance, feedback, and support throughout the project, including weekly check-in meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and learning opportunities.
  2. The intern will have opportunities to collaborate with other team members and advisors in development, data analytics and marketing.
  3. Full access to Figma, Slack and JIRA will be provided.
  4. Access to Data: Access to user feedback, analytics data, market research, and user personas.
Supported causes
Good health and well-being
About the company
  • https://peercircleapp.com
  • 2 - 10 employees
  • Technology, Hospital, health, wellness & medical, Marketing & advertising, Cosmetics & beauty

The Peer Circle App is a beauty and wellness tech start-up focused on revolutionizing the way young people engage in meaningful conversations about their own beauty and wellness. We know how hard it is to find a safe space to connect and authentically express yourself with people who understand and support the real you without fear of judgment or pressure. With no judgment, no pressure, and the opportunity to be seen, heard, and understood, we are shaping a community where everyone can embrace their true selves and feel inspired by the journeys of others.