Planner
Planner will help keep track of what needs to be done and allow users to communicate and plan all in one place.
Problem Statement
People like Casual Party Organizers are having trouble organizing casual get-togethers which can be resolved by better communication and live updates when information changes. I will know when I’m right in follow up interviews and in surveys users have stated they feel less stress and organizing has become easier.
Problem Background
Though not Earth shattering, Interviewees have stated how troublesome it can be to organize with others. They have stated that making sure all the prep work is done, people bring what is necessary and people stay in assigned roles to help accomplish tasks can be difficult with more people involved. For people trying to have a get-together, having an unorganized setup can be draining financially and on time. It can also be stressful in order to make sure everything gets done.
Especially after COVID, people are rusty on hosting parties and events and people can overcompensate by adding extra things or take on extra roles leading to disarray. Communication is one of the best ways to help alleviate the pain from hosting to ensure all things are done but most people don’t have the time to spend on a computer checking what is done then messaging everyone involved with the updated information.
Research Insights & User Pain Points
During the interviews, some of the pain points are how disorganized planning something can be. Even though there are apps and programs to organize events, some people will not update information when it changes or see the updated information. There is a financial element, people bringing extra items or duplicates this can lead to wastage.
Feedback
I interviewed three people who were either having a party (pool party, BBQ, games night , etc) to get their opinion on the matter. The pain points became more prominent when the organizing party grew. Communication was a key component to what they talked about, making sure that all members were on the same page as they organized.
Solution Explanation
Planner will help resolve these pain points by having all the organization in one place. Users can talk and discuss what needs to be done then make a list for it. Users can assign tasks to each other to make sure they are completed and people will be responsible for them. Notifications will be sent out whenever a task is completed or created. Reminders will be sent out periodically to remind users to complete their tasks. By having the planning be more organized and people having their assigned roles it will help reduce waste.
User Flow / Mock-Ups
Future Steps
Future steps include further research, interviews and refinement. Build an MVP and test if it is viable. To see if it can be integrated as a plugin for other apps such as Whatsapp. I will use this as an example for future career application
Learnings
Product Manager Learnings:
Ronish Gopal
Through this program I learned how to do a spec for this project.
Designer Learnings:
Designer Learnings:
Jo Sturdivant
- Adapting to an Established Team: Joining the team in week 6 of 8 was challenging, as I had to quickly adapt to existing workflows, dynamics, and goals. This mirrors real-world situations where you often integrate into teams mid-project, and flexibility is essential.
- Work-Blocking for Efficiency: With only two weeks to complete the project, I learned the importance of a structured work-blocking system. This approach allowed me to manage my time effectively and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Making Data-Driven Design Decisions: Unlike my past projects, I had to rely on research conducted by others. This was a valuable experience in using pre-existing data to guide design decisions, helping me focus on the core insights without starting from scratch.
Developer Learnings:
Developer Learnings:
Vanady Beard
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As the back-end developer, I learned how important it is to create efficient and reliable systems that support the entire application. This experience also taught me the importance of optimising the database and ensuring the backend is scalable and easy to maintain.
Developer Learnings:
Stephen Asiedu
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As a back-end developer, I've come to understand the importance of being familiar with various database systems and modules. This knowledge enables me to build diverse applications and maintain versatility in my work. I've also learned that the responsibility for making the right choices rests on my shoulders, guided by my best judgement.
Developer Learnings:
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Developer Learnings:
Maurquise Williams
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- Process of Creating an MVP: Developing a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) taught me how to focus on delivering core functionalities balancing between essential features and avoiding scope creep.
- Collaboration in a Real-World Tech Setting: This experience taught me how to collaborate efficiently in a fast-paced tech environment, keeping the team aligned and productive, even while working remotely across time zones.
- Sharpening Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: This experience honed my ability to think critically and solve problems efficiently. By tackling challenges and finding quick solutions, I sharpened my decision-making and troubleshooting skills in a dynamic, real-world setting.
Developer Learnings:
Jeremiah Williams
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All in all this experience was very awesome I learned that in coding with others being transparent is key
Developers Learnings:
Justin Farley
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I learned how important communication is when working with a team. Communication provides understanding, advice, ideas, and much more. While working with the product team, I’ve found that communication keeps everything flowing smoothly. Working with a team also showed me that every member brings something different to the table and we all have to work together in order to align and meet our end goal.