Inspiration
Thinking about the prompt, we considered several already existing platforms that are accessible and keep users engaged while learning content. While talking, we discovered that we understood Calculus through a 15-second video through TikTok while we were randomly scrolling for entertainment. We realized that the current short-video media platforms are extremely effective in keeping users engaged and are extremely accessible. We then had an idea to develop a platform that borrows aspects of the entertainment media and education websites.
What it does
The platform allows engaging short-form video content to educate users. Students using the platform can develop their own professional profiles by including a video resume, sharing experiences, and uploading their personal profiles. Through this app, we can certify students that fully learn the content and develop professionally.
How we built it
First, we studied and used Kinetic Vision's Design process. Next, we used Git for project management. Then, we used Figma to brainstorm and outline the entire prompt and application. After that, we used wireframe. cc to create an appropriate design that is accessible. Lastly, we went back to Figma to generate the final mockup and design.
Challenges we ran into
We tried to attempt to build the app with AWS but we were a short time to learn. We tried using AWS Amplify for the front end and discovered Amplify studio; a studio where Amplify can convert Figma components to REACT. Although we did not have enough time to procure something working with AWS, it was a great learning experience and we plan to explore it further! We wanted to build it with graphQL API to run client data, and use AWS app sync for backend and hosting; Which then stores data into AWS S3, and AmazonDynamo to run the application at any scale. We could have certainly applied code to this design but given the nature of just 24 hours, it was extremely difficult as it took us 20 hours to procure the design and spent the rest of the time on the pitch deck.
Accomplishments that we're proud of
We are extremely proud of the concept and complexity of the design. It did take longer than we had anticipated but we are happy with it and hope others can enjoy it as well! We also greatly enjoyed learning about AWS and had no prior knowledge of the possibilities of launching an entire application through Amplify. We all plan on exploring this further!
What we learned
One thing that we learned is being creative by considering not just our technical or design expertise but our daily lives. We built the platform prototype by discussing current trends familiar to ourselves and applying that to a working prototype. By doing so we learned to brainstorm ideas and help build off of each other's ideas. We learned the design process Kinetic Vision uses which was an incredible guide for helping our team produce so much for the application; how to incorporate data research into developing and validating our prototype features. As well as AWS, Amplify, GraphQL, Amazon S3, and Amazon DynamoDB and the endless possibilities!
What's next for EdToc
Unfortunately, 24 hours was only enough for our team to design a prototype and mockup and not a product. The next step for Edtoc is a proof of concept (PoC) that will include the main user interface and some of the features described in the prototype. The PoC might lead to a potential demo that can be tested locally. Which is Kinetic Vision's 4th step in the development path. Finally, potentially commercializing the application which is Kinetic Visions 5th step in the development path.
People get on our app, Successfully use it, then what? In the future, we want to retain users through Paying for Educators, Event/Training Sessions, Enterprise Opportunities, Better Algorithm, a learn-to-earn concept.
Link Guide
1st link is to the Demo 2nd link is if 1st link doesn't work 3rd link is the GitHub repository 4th link is [Kinetic Vision] Design process we used with Figma 5th link is the pitch deck
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