By conducting interviews I tried to understand users’ needs. Primary user group identified through research was parents of children living with Type 1 Diabetes. The research confirmed initial hypothesis that these people need a platform for finding each other easily and sharing their experiences.
We need to talk people with the same problem to see that we are not alone.
We can learn from each other through personal stories. Sometimes learning that way is more deep than reading.
Information gathered in one place makes a base for start learning. This can be improved by providing searchable material.
She is a busy business woman who is managing her daughter’s diabetes. It is sometimes overwhelming so she needs an app to find someone to share experiences.
Mapping Anna’s user journey revealed how helpful it would be for users to use Szurikata meeting organizer mobile app.
Drafting iterations of each screen of the app on paper ensured that the digital version of wireframes address user pain points. To find fellow parents in a simple way we designed filter icons to select people.Matches can chat with each other and save for later as friends.
A low-fidelitiy prototype was created using the completed set of digital wireframes. The primary user flow was built representing the complete matching process and chating after connection was established. So this prototype could be used in a usability study.
Usability studies were conducted. Insights from the first study resulted in a change of functional solutions and design. The second study helped to refine mockups using a high-fidelity prototype.
The feedbacks of the usability studies resulted restructuring search and filtering options. I improved iconography of search filter icons which can be hidden.
Early design didn’t opt out to mark mathces. So I added a star which represents toggling matches for friends or favorites.
Evoltuion of UI after more rounds of evaluation by the client.
The final high-fidelity prototype presented improved user flows. It also met user needs for finding fellow parents and get in touch with them.
