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What is Collably?
Collably is a platform where users can go to either join existing real life projects or create some of their own 💼.
The problem for which Collably was create for can be summarised in the question “what alternative options can we provide for tech professionals to find, create or contribute to real life projects in order to have a strong portfolio of work?”
-Help entry-level techies choose real life projects to work on
-Help startups and individuals recruit talents for their projects
-Help tech professionals boost their cv and portfolio with real life projects
The first phase of the design process involved in-depth research to understand the needs and behaviors of tech professionals looking for real-life project opportunities. We conducted user interviews, surveys, and Since we couldn't identify competitors in our niche, we opted to explore open-source platforms for inspiration and guidance on how to proceed with our design. The two we examined are GitHub and OpenProject. The plan was to examine the features these successful platforms presented, so that we would know which ones we would adopt and which ones we would drop.
Next, we focused on crafting a strong, cohesive brand identity that would resonate with Collably's target audience—tech-savvy professionals. The branding phase included defining the platform’s tone of voice, color palette, typography, and logo design. The goal was to create a brand that reflected trust, professionalism, and innovation, while being approachable.
For the web app design, we focused on creating an intuitive, engaging user experience (UX) that aligned with the goals uncovered in the research phase. The design prioritized ease of navigation, project discovery, and application. We implemented a responsive design to ensure seamless use across devices, and designed the dashboard to give users clear access to project details, application status, and networking opportunities.
Always know your audience
By knowing our audience, we were able to tailor the design features, user interface, and overall experience to effectively engage and delight users, leading to higher adoption rates, increased satisfaction.
Don't re-invent the wheel
By building upon established practices and conventions, we were able to create a more intuitive and seamless user experience, ultimately enhancing user satisfaction and driving adoption of our design.
UI Designer
Ajayi Oluwatobi
Brand Designer
Micheal Adebowale
UX Writer
Popoola Bobola
About Me
I create intuitive user interfaces and develop forward-thinking solutions that contribute to business growth. With a versatile skill set and strong grasp of business operations, I work alongside cross-functional teams to deliver meaningful results, promoting innovation and teamwork throughout the process.
Designed & built by me with love ❤