Case Study
Case Study
Smartwatch Application
ChordDetect
ChordDetect
ChordDetect
Creative Direction
Creative Direction
Creative Direction
Strategy
Strategy
Strategy
Research
Research
Research
UX/UI Design
UX/UI Design
UX/UI Design
Overview
ChordDetect eliminates the frustrating process of manually identifying chords in songs by providing instant, accurate recognition with clear visual representations. This solution empowers musicians to focus on playing and creating music rather than struggling with technical barriers.
ChordDetect eliminates the frustrating process of manually identifying chords in songs by providing instant, accurate recognition with clear visual representations. This solution empowers musicians to focus on playing and creating music rather than struggling with technical barriers.
ChordDetect eliminates the frustrating process of manually identifying chords in songs by providing instant, accurate recognition with clear visual representations. This solution empowers musicians to focus on playing and creating music rather than struggling with technical barriers.
40+
User tests conducted
85%
Success rate achieved
30%
Baseline accuracy improved
Process
5 Weeks
1
Research
Conducted user research to uncover pain points in chord recognition during music practice. Mapped out user goals and validated needs through task-focused testing with 40 participants.
1
Research
Conducted user research to uncover pain points in chord recognition during music practice. Mapped out user goals and validated needs through task-focused testing with 40 participants.
1
Research
Conducted user research to uncover pain points in chord recognition during music practice. Mapped out user goals and validated needs through task-focused testing with 40 participants.
2
Ideation
Sketched app flows and core features that prioritize speed, clarity, and ease of use. Created a comprehensive flow map to ensure intuitive navigation and feature coverage.
2
Ideation
Sketched app flows and core features that prioritize speed, clarity, and ease of use. Created a comprehensive flow map to ensure intuitive navigation and feature coverage.
2
Ideation
Sketched app flows and core features that prioritize speed, clarity, and ease of use. Created a comprehensive flow map to ensure intuitive navigation and feature coverage.
3
Design
Developed mid- and high-fidelity mockups in Figma, refining layouts, hierarchy, and interactivity. Focused on designing for small-screen constraints while maintaining visual clarity and musical accuracy.
3
Design
Developed mid- and high-fidelity mockups in Figma, refining layouts, hierarchy, and interactivity. Focused on designing for small-screen constraints while maintaining visual clarity and musical accuracy.
3
Design
Developed mid- and high-fidelity mockups in Figma, refining layouts, hierarchy, and interactivity. Focused on designing for small-screen constraints while maintaining visual clarity and musical accuracy.
4
Test
Ran two rounds of usability testing to evaluate key tasks like viewing, renaming, and deleting recordings. Iteratively improved the UI between rounds, boosting task success rates by up to 55%.
4
Test
Ran two rounds of usability testing to evaluate key tasks like viewing, renaming, and deleting recordings. Iteratively improved the UI between rounds, boosting task success rates by up to 55%.
4
Test
Ran two rounds of usability testing to evaluate key tasks like viewing, renaming, and deleting recordings. Iteratively improved the UI between rounds, boosting task success rates by up to 55%.
Challenges
One of the biggest challenges was designing for a smartwatch interface—balancing limited screen real estate with the need for clear, actionable visual feedback. Users initially struggled with navigation and button discoverability, revealing how even minor interface choices can significantly impact usability. Through iterative testing, I learned the value of continuous refinement and how small adjustments—like labeling icons—can dramatically improve user success rates. The project reinforced the importance of designing with real-world contexts and user behavior in mind.
One of the biggest challenges was designing for a smartwatch interface—balancing limited screen real estate with the need for clear, actionable visual feedback. Users initially struggled with navigation and button discoverability, revealing how even minor interface choices can significantly impact usability. Through iterative testing, I learned the value of continuous refinement and how small adjustments—like labeling icons—can dramatically improve user success rates. The project reinforced the importance of designing with real-world contexts and user behavior in mind.
One of the biggest challenges was designing for a smartwatch interface—balancing limited screen real estate with the need for clear, actionable visual feedback. Users initially struggled with navigation and button discoverability, revealing how even minor interface choices can significantly impact usability. Through iterative testing, I learned the value of continuous refinement and how small adjustments—like labeling icons—can dramatically improve user success rates. The project reinforced the importance of designing with real-world contexts and user behavior in mind.
