The aim of this project was to develop an app that would aid in healthcare self-management. The idea was to collect user movement data as well as images of their food with tags for inspection. This data would be combined to later provide healthcare recommendations to the users. To achieve this, a proof of concept app was created, which connected a logged in user to a database where location information and pictures of food taken are saved.
Client requirements outlined an app that would track target users’ (other students) to asses the amount of exercise performed and their behaviour, and record additional information such as age, weight, height, sex, food and calorie intake to provide health care recommendations. User requirements based on use of similar apps were collected through a three step research design, to gather expectations, test them with a survey, and then confirm our results with the users. The research mostly yielded the results we expected, and was considered a success.
Research findings drove the design process. An analysis of existing products of this type was needed to ensure the app is actually viable and useful for the end user. Our research allowed for the creation of a list of features and functionalities desired by users and the client. Personas were created to embody user expectations, concerns, typical usage scenarios and experiences. A wireframe was produced as conclusion to this process.
Access the HCI report (personal contribution) here. Complete project report found here.
