Project 1: Web Application
How can I create a useful or commercial web-based application?
Timeline
~25 Days (5 Weeks)
1 Week Ideation/Planning
3 Weeks Project Mode
1 Week Presentations/Wrap Up
NYS Computing Standards
Due to the open-ended nature of projects in this course, they have the chance to cover all of the NYS Computational Thinking Standards. This project may especially highlight:
9-12.IC.6 Create accessible computational artifacts that meet standard compliance requirements or otherwise meet the needs of users with disabilities.
9-12.CT.9 Systematically test and refine programs using a range of test cases, based on anticipating common errors and user behavior.
9-12.CT.10 Collaboratively design and develop a program or computational artifact for a specific audience and create documentation outlining implementation features to inform collaborators and users.
Project Focus Narrative
This project will look different depending on the language students are working in; if they are working in JavaScript or another front-end development language, it may be a website. Python, they may use a framework like Flask to create a website. If they are working in Java, or something similar, it may be an app that could be hosted online.
Regardless of the format, this web application should be useful/commercial - perhaps for a business real or imagined - and serve a clear function to the user. Because of this, emphasis should be placed on user interface/experience and general usability of the application - user journey should be a core piece. The app itself can be designed with or without a backend, based on the skills students are coming in with and/or wish to gain.
Texts/Resources
[TBD]
Showcase/Skills
User Interface (UI) Design: Demonstrating proficiency in designing visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
User Experience (UX) Design: Creating a seamless and intuitive user journey within the application.
Accessibility: UI and UX should include provisions for users with disabilities
Front-End Development: Implementing client-side functionality using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript or other front-end frameworks.
Back-End Development (Optional): Implementing server-side functionality using languages like Python with Flask, Java with Spring, or similar frameworks.
Database Integration (Optional): Integrating a database to store and retrieve data if the project requires backend functionality.
Version Control: Utilizing Git and Github for version control and collaboration.
Project Management: Demonstrating effective project planning, organization, and time management skills.
Project Requirements
Clear Functionality: The application must serve a clear function or purpose to the user, whether it's a utility tool, productivity app, e-commerce platform, etc.
Commercial Viability: Emphasize the potential commercial or real-world usefulness of the application, targeting a specific audience or industry.
User Journey: Design and implement a smooth user journey within the application, considering user interactions and navigation flow.
Responsive Design: Ensure the application is responsive and accessible across different devices and screen sizes.
Scalability: Design the application architecture to be scalable and adaptable to future enhancements or features.
Documentation: Provide comprehensive documentation including project requirements, design decisions, and user guides.
Testing: Implement thorough testing procedures to ensure the functionality and usability of the application, including unit tests, integration tests, and user acceptance testing.
Deployment (optional): Deploy the application to a web server or hosting platform for public access, if applicable and accessible.
Presentation: Prepare a presentation or demonstration showcasing the application's features, design decisions, and technical implementation.
Check-Ins and Deliverables
[TBD]
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