- What did you learn?
Over the course of this final project, I was able to learn how to use video in Figma, and how to use infographics for the purpose of constructing a mock app/tool.
- What was easy?
The easiest part of this project was the concept that I settled on. It wasn’t too long after I was given the brief overview for this project that I had a run-in with a friend that had recently transferred to Canisius, where they asked where a certain spot on campus was located. Even though they’d been attending Canisius for a few months, some locations are still a mystery.
So I decided to create a tool based on helping new or confused students navigate the campus.
- What was challenging?
The most challenging part was attempting to synchronize the infographics popping onto the screen in my navigation proposal. It took a lot of trial and error to line it up correctly.
- How could your submission be improved?
I think my submission could be improved if I were have added a wider map of Canisius University that a user could utilize in the app. Trying to shrink the map into a mobile app may prove to be a challenge (especially given Canisus’ unique campus structure), but if I could’ve achieved that my project would’ve definitely been enhanced.
- How could I improve the assignment for the next class?
I think this project could be improved for next time if we were given a few more in-class tutorials on how to improve the appearance (or even animation, if possible) of the infographics.
- How might you apply your knowledge in future assignments or work scenarios?
Having the ability to utilize video in future Figma projects will prove to be very useful moving forward.
- How did a specific reading or video inspire or help you? Refer to a specific reading or link for this; do not reference a class video or lecture.
Although it’s very quick, this example of AR technology that could be applied to education was helpful in providing some inspiration for my own mock app: https://youtu.be/g9FPnVJX0gw?si=6x_3rIXQDhc84twf
Link to the Canisius University Guide App: https://www.figma.com/proto/gad02qf2cc80cnxOf8kFiV/Project-3?type=design&node-id=1-6&t=7sYOBgjY5WowrxDA-0&scaling=scale-down&page-id=0%3A1&starting-point-node-id=1%3A6