VeganHive

advance interactions

My Role
UX/UI Designer

Timeline
Feb 2024 - Actual

project introduction

To enhance stakeholder engagement and gather valuable feedback during the review process, we implemented advanced prototyping functionalities. By incorporating variables and conditionals, we created highly realistic prototypes that closely resembled the final product. This approach enabled us to conduct thorough testing without the need for full-scale development, saving the company significant time and resources.

the problem

The review and development process for our previous project faced significant delays due to inefficient communication and knowledge gaps. The back-and-forth between design and development teams hindered progress and resulted in time-consuming iterations.

THE GOALS

Develop comprehensive prototypes that accurately reflect the intended functionality and user interactions of the app. These prototypes should serve as a clear reference for both the development team and stakeholders, ensuring a shared understanding of how the app will operate across various scenarios.

the solution

The primary objective of this prototype is to visually demonstrate the dynamic behavior of the product counter and its seamless integration with the user's actions. By providing a tangible representation of how the counter will function, we aim to eliminate ambiguity and ensure a clear understanding of this core feature for both the development team and stakeholders.

To accurately represent the desired interactions and functionality, we established a comprehensive set of variables within our design. These variables served as building blocks, enabling us to create dynamic and responsive prototypes that effectively conveyed the intended user experience.

To ensure seamless interaction between the various elements, we meticulously defined the underlying logic. Our goal was to implement the following functionality:

  • Dynamic Product Counter: Upon clicking the "Add Product" button, the product counter should increment until it reaches the predefined limit of three products.

  • Responsive Counter Bar: The product counter bar should dynamically adjust its length or appearance to visually reflect the current product quantity.

  • Clear User Feedback: To enhance the user experience, we implemented a clear feedback mechanism that notifies the user when they have reached the maximum product limit. This prevents confusion and provides a sense of control.

By carefully defining and implementing these interactions, we aimed to create a smooth and intuitive user experience that effectively guides users through the product selection process.

To achieve the desired functionality, we employed conditional statements within our prototype. These statements allowed us to define specific conditions and their corresponding actions, ensuring that the product counter and user feedback behaved as intended.

final prototype

takeaway

While prototyping may initially seem time-consuming, it ultimately streamlines the development process. By creating functional prototypes, we can effectively communicate design concepts to stakeholders, identify potential issues early on, and refine the user experience before investing in full-scale development. This collaborative approach leads to more efficient workflows and reduces the likelihood of costly rework later in the process.

Key Benefits of Prototyping:

  • Enhanced stakeholder communication

  • Early identification of UX issues

  • Reduced development time

  • Improved overall efficiency

By investing time in prototyping, we can avoid costly rework and ensure that the final product meets the highest standards of quality and user satisfaction.