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The next-generation coffee chat app
Why Pro linker ?
ProLinker, the next-generation coffee chat app, is designed to help introverts and those who find networking challenging connect effortlessly with tailored assistance, advanced matching, and refined filtering features.
User Persona
Inspairation
Online platforms may help introvert people to make connection or coffee chat
A better filter function could help save time by connecting users with the right people more easily and efficiently.
A "conversation tips" feature could assist introverts or those who struggle with networking by providing prompts and suggestions to help start and maintain engaging discussions.
Wireframes
Connetcion page
High Fidelity Design
Connection Page
The enhancement for this connection app includes the addition of a button that navigates to functions designed to help users start conversations smoothly. This feature is inspired by feedback from users who sometimes struggle to find the right topics in professional contexts or find it challenging to initiate proper conversations.
Wireframes
Home page and filter function1
Wireframes
Home page and filters 2
Inspired by additional interviews, it's evident that the filter function is crucial for users of the coffee chat apps. Therefore, the decision has been made to separate the filter function from the homepage, enhancing its visibility and functionality. This change aims to make the filter more accessible and effective, allowing users to tailor their searches more precisely and efficiently.
High Fidelity Design
Filter page and How filter tags work in the profile
High Fidelity Design
Version 1- Home page
Problems
1. Adjust Size and Frame: The app should be optimized to better fit the screen dimensions of a real iPhone, ensuring that all elements are properly sized and positioned for optimal user experience.
2. Clarify Section Divisions (from user testing): The different sections within the app are not clearly delineated, causing them to appear mixed together. Implementing clearer divisions between sections will make the app more user-friendly and visually organized, helping users navigate different functionalities with ease.
High Fidelity Design
Problems
The page is quite clear, but it lacks certain details that could lend a more professional context.
Version 2 - Home page
High Fidelity Desgins- Final!
Home page
The final home page design is structured to enhance clarity and user engagement with two key features:
Clear Sectioning and Tagging: The layout features distinct sections with clear tags for quick navigation, allowing users to easily find matches based on professional skills, interests, and industries.
Clean Design with Expandable Details: The homepage maintains a minimalist design but includes an "Explore More" button on each profile to access detailed information about personal experiences and professional achievements, ensuring the design is both user-friendly and informative.
User Testing
Data was gathered through a combination of usability tests and questions before and after the tasks, using a Figma prototype.
Format: In-person and Online by Zoom
Participant: 5 people
Feedback Results
Things doing well
Profile Tags: Using tags to summarize interests and professional backgrounds has effectively shortened the time it takes to review other users' profiles. This streamlined approach allows users to quickly identify potential connections based on shared interests or relevant professional fields.
Conversation Tags: The conversation tags have been instrumental in providing insights that facilitate the initiation of discussions. These prompts offer users starting points for conversations, making it easier to engage meaningfully right from the beginning. This feature has helped users overcome initial hesitations and foster more productive and engaging interactions.
Future Improvement
Enhanced AI Tools for Conversation Tips: Integrating advanced AI tools into the conversation tips function could further enhance its effectiveness. These tools could analyze user preferences and past interactions to provide more personalized and contextually relevant conversation starters, making interactions smoother and more engaging.
Search Functionality Over Random Matching: Moving away from a solely random matching approach, similar to dating apps, introducing a search functionality would empower users to actively search for and connect with people based on specific criteria. This feature would give users more control over their connections, allowing them to find others based on detailed preferences and shared interests, which could lead to more meaningful and satisfying interactions.