This week was the interchange week this term, which means we have no scheduled lessons and we have some time to catch up with our work and also have the opportunity to try out other courses for a day, hence the name interchange. I decided this year to not take…
The lecture proved insightful, although it was primarily tailored for students working on their Project 4 related to the energy sector. Despite not directly aligning with my current focus, I found it engaging to learn about Jason Brown’s journey and the insights he shared on reaching his current position. Jason…
Rather than a traditional lecture, it felt more like an engaging discussion led by Andy. He shared insights on navigating interviews, emphasising the importance of meticulous preparation to ensure readiness at all times. However, I found this session a bit challenging to follow as it wasn’t entirely clear whether the…
In this project, the task was to create a problem statement, defining the issue for study and guiding the design and development of our apps. I began by drafting problem statements for various app ideas derived from my initial mind map. These drafts aimed to present the issues in an…
After drafting several problem statements, I proceeded to conduct competitor reviews. Initially focusing on the idea of a food donation reward scheme app, I completed five competitor reviews for this concept. However, subsequent statistical research revealed a prevalent issue of people not adjusting recipes to the correct number of servings,…
After initiating the project with idea generation, I opted to commence with statistical research, deeming it crucial in pinpointing a problem within the topic. I began by conducting simple searches on Statista, gaining insights and statistics released in 2017 about household waste categories from 2007 to 2015, distinguishing between unavoidable,…
This week marked a positive stride in my journey, filled with motivation and excitement for the ongoing project. Commencing with a successful mid-unit review, I received constructive feedback from Dave, my main tutor, acknowledging my progress and providing valuable insights for improvement. While some points were disheartening, I channeled my…
Embarking on this project with limited sustainability knowledge, I delved into the UN’s 17 sustainability principles. Points such as climate action, life below water, sustainable cities, and others sparked my interest, initiating preliminary app ideas to contribute to sustainability. Navigating the challenge of devising unique ideas within a landscape of…
In Week 7, I successfully brought my desktop design to a high-fidelity standard, incorporating prototype elements that provide a glimpse into its potential real-world application. Although initially challenging, this process became an enjoyable learning experience, allowing me to delve into new software and acquire skills that undoubtedly contribute to my…
This week has been particularly demanding, grappling with the extensive workload and the looming mid-unit review next Monday, which has added a layer of stress to my already overwhelming tasks. While I believe I am on track with the completion of my high-fidelity desktop design and prototype, I’ve been wrestling…