Drag & Drop Editor
Role: Lead Designer
Background
This project involved creating a tool for product owners to create simulations for candidates quickly and easily without needing development or UX/UI designers. The tool comes with all necessary components already implemented.
Target Audience
Product Owners
My Role - Solo Lead Designer
As the lead designer, I oversaw the development of the user experience and interface aspects. My contributions included:
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User Interface Design: Creating an intuitive, user-friendly interface.
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Feature Development: Implementing features such as a validation area for advanced condition setting and score calculation capabilities.
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Collaboration: Worked closely with the product team to ensure the tool met their needs.
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Prototyping: Developed interactive prototypes to test and refine design concepts.
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Usability Testing: Conducted multiple rounds of usability testing to identify and address issues.
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Feedback Incorporation: Regularly integrated user feedback to ensure alignment with user needs.
Challenges
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Complexity in Simulation Construction: Accommodating various scenarios while ensuring coherence and functionality.
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Intuitive User Interface: Designing an accessible interface for product owners with varying technological proficiency.
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Simplify User Experience: Optimising workflows to enhance efficiency and productivity during simulation development.
Problem Solved
Product owners needed a tool to create simulations easily without technical skills. Existing processes were complex and time-consuming.
The solution incorporated a drag-and-drop interface to simplify simulation creation. It included diverse components, a validation area, and advanced functionalities for setting conditions and calculating scores.
Outcomes and Impact
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Reduced Production Time: Significantly decreased the time required for creating simulations.
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Enhanced Functionality: Provided a wide array of tools and features for building complex simulations.
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Advanced Customisation: Implemented advanced condition settings and score calculation capabilities.
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Increased Efficiency: Smoothed workflows and an intuitive interface boosted productivity.
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User Satisfaction: Positive feedback highlighted increased efficiency and ease of use, demonstrating the tool's impact on simulation development.
Research and User Feedback
Iterative testing and feedback from product owners were crucial in refining the tool. Their input ensured the interface was user-friendly and met functional requirements.
