Rapcity

Rapcity

Rapcity

Rapcity is a platform designed for rap enthusiasts to record and upload their own rap performances while participating in contests. It provides a space for users to showcase their skills, engage with a community, and compete in creative challenges.

Time

August 2017 – December 2017

Role

UX Designer

UI Designer
Branding Designer

Team

Backend Developer
UX/UI Designer

Tools

Adobe XD
Photoshop
Illustrator

Discipline

UX/UI Design
Graphic Design
Interaction Design

Insight

Rap is fun, but hard to start

An important insight we discovered is that many people are interested in trying rapping but find it difficult to take the first step. The challenge often stems from a lack of confidence, resources, or guidance to begin. Aspiring rappers may feel intimidated by the perceived skill level required or worry about judgment from others. This insight highlights the need for a platform that lowers the barrier to entry, providing a supportive and accessible space where beginners can experiment, improve, and gain confidence in their abilities.

The Goal

Make it easy to use and looking good

The goal of Rapcity is to empower aspiring rappers by providing an accessible and supportive platform where they can confidently take their first steps into rapping, hone their skills, and connect with a like-minded community.

Insight

Rap is fun, but hard to start

An important insight we discovered is that many people are interested in trying rapping but find it difficult to take the first step. The challenge often stems from a lack of confidence, resources, or guidance to begin. Aspiring rappers may feel intimidated by the perceived skill level required or worry about judgment from others. This insight highlights the need for a platform that lowers the barrier to entry, providing a supportive and accessible space where beginners can experiment, improve, and gain confidence in their abilities.

The Goal

Make it easy to use and looking good

The goal of Rapcity is to empower aspiring rappers by providing an accessible and supportive platform where they can confidently take their first steps into rapping, hone their skills, and connect with a like-minded community.

User Flow

Insight

Rap is fun, but hard to start

An important insight we discovered is that many people are interested in trying rapping but find it difficult to take the first step. The challenge often stems from a lack of confidence, resources, or guidance to begin. Aspiring rappers may feel intimidated by the perceived skill level required or worry about judgment from others. This insight highlights the need for a platform that lowers the barrier to entry, providing a supportive and accessible space where beginners can experiment, improve, and gain confidence in their abilities.

The Goal

Make it easy to use and looking good

The goal of Rapcity is to empower aspiring rappers by providing an accessible and supportive platform where they can confidently take their first steps into rapping, hone their skills, and connect with a like-minded community.

Rapcity is an app with well-defined features and a clear purpose, making it essential to prioritize a user-friendly design. Ensuring that the user flow is intuitive and easy to navigate will help users quickly understand how to interact with the platform, explore its features, and achieve their goals without frustration. A seamless user experience will not only enhance usability but also encourage engagement and long-term satisfaction with the app.

The Goal

User Flow

Rapcity is an app with well-defined features and a clear purpose, making it essential to prioritize a user-friendly design. Ensuring that the user flow is intuitive and easy to navigate will help users quickly understand how to interact with the platform, explore its features, and achieve their goals without frustration. A seamless user experience will not only enhance usability but also encourage engagement and long-term satisfaction with the app.

Final Designs

Mobile App

Given that the app is named Rapcity, the design draws inspiration from the vibrant energy of urban nightlife. The color palette incorporates elements such as neon signs, glowing lights, and a dark background to evoke the atmosphere of a city at night. This choice not only reflects the dynamic and creative spirit of rap culture but also creates a visually striking and immersive experience for users. The glowing accents contrast against the dark tones, making key features stand out while maintaining a sleek and modern aesthetic that aligns with the app's identity.

What I gained from this project

While working on Rapcity, I encountered several valuable challenges and learning opportunities. Testing with developers for the first time revealed an issue with sync delays varying across different phone models. This made it impossible to set a universal value, leading to the implementation of a sync adjustment feature within the recording functionality. Additionally, the app's design initially did not adhere to WCAG guidelines, resulting in a background that was too dark and color choices that were not practical for real-world implementation. From a UI perspective, the icons and lines were often too thin, making them difficult to recognize and interact with. These experiences underscored the importance of accessibility, consistency, and clarity in design, shaping my approach to future projects.

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