Glaecier
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2024
Services:
UX/UI Design, App Dev, Product Animation
Dive In, Breathe Out
For Glaecier, I designed and developed a prototype app aimed at enhancing the sauna and wellness experience with a suite of user-friendly features. Key functionalities included session booking, in-app payments, door access on arrival, real-time occupancy checks, and a library of wellness articles. The app also featured guided sauna sessions, chat capabilities, and calendar integration.
While the client ultimately decided not to proceed with the prototype, the project was a valuable learning experience that strengthened my expertise in app design and development.
Development Stack
Environment & Backend
- Swift with Xcode provided a solid base for app development, with UIKit and SwiftUI forming the foundation for a responsive and intuitive UI/UX.
- A Node.js backend with Express.js, alongside Firebase Firestore, was chosen for scalability and real-time data management, handling everything from bookings to chat messages.
Firebase Services
- Authentication: Firebase Authentication for secure and seamless account creation and login.
- Realtime Database & Firestore: For storing user data, booking information, and supporting the chat functionality.
- Cloud Messaging: For personalized push notifications to keep users updated with relevant information.
Networking & Analytics
- URLSession was used for network requests, ensuring reliable communication with the backend and fetching articles.
- Push Notifications: Apple Push Notification Service (APNs) was implemented to send real-time alerts and updates.
- Analytics was considered to track user behavior and optimize app performance and engagement based on data insights.
