Mission:

I designed a typing test that makes language learning an adventure, using playful characters, exploration, and fast-paced challenges. Each language unlocks a unique companion, turning practice into a fun, social, and rewarding experience.

Hypothesis:

Research shows language learning boosts memory and flexibility, while apps like Duolingo and Monkeytype prove the power of gamification and competition. Building on this, I designed a character-based typing test where each language unlocks a new companion, making practice more social, exploratory, and motivating.

Tools:

What I did:

A/B Testing
User Interface Design
User Research and User Flow
Wireframing
Prototyping

Step 1

Research

Methodology:

Age: 14-75
Second-language proficiency: Beginner to advanced.
Data Collection Method: Google Forms
N = 30 Participants
Demographic: Middle School Students, International Students, Immigrants, Volunteers.

Findings

User Habits

80% of users at some point used a mobile game.
Large majority of users reported losing interest quickly in mobile games

Motivations & Preferences

Participants enjoyed the gamification of learning in DuoLingo
90% of participants do not enjoy mobile onboarding process or ads.
70% of users enjoy light competition in mobile games.

App Concept Validation

80% of participants were interested in a typing tested game but would prefer typing on desktop
70% of users would enjoy a multiplayer option.
Large majority of participants mentioned difficulty finding good language learning tools.

Participants from: [SURVEY ADJUSTED TO PARCITIPANTS LANGUAGE]

Step 2

Finding -> Response

Finding: Users lose interest quickly in mobile games. Design Response: Retro visuals and clear flows sustain engagement.
Finding: Gamification in Duolingo was motivating. Design Response: Integrated progress tracking, rewards, and playful elements.
Finding: Many struggle to find effective language learning tools. Design Response: Clear value upfront and easy-to-understand purpose.
Finding: 90% dislike onboarding ads. Design Response: One-click start button, no disruptive ads.
Finding: 70% enjoy light competition. Design Response: Leaderboards and timed challenges encourage motivation.
Finding: 70% want multiplayer. Design Response: Solo and multiplayer modes provide choice.

Step 3

User Flow

Main Menu

Central hub where users spend most of their time outside of gameplay.
Divided into:
Primary Actions: Start Solo Game, Start Multiplayer Game.
Secondary Actions: Access Stats, Shop, Test Settings, Profile, etc.

Game Setup Screen

The only screen where user choices affect gameplay.
Users customize:
Difficulty Level (Easy, Medium, Hard)
Time or Word Limits

All Other Screens

Designed for personalization and exploration.
Do not impact gameplay mechanics (e.g. changing language, viewing stats, or browsing the shop).

Résumé

Contact

About

Design Process

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Mission:

Hypothesis:

Tools:

What I did:

COMPLETED DESIGN

Step 1

Research

Methodology:

Findings

User Habits

Motivations & Preferences

App Concept Validation

Participants from: [SURVEY ADJUSTED TO PARCITIPANTS LANGUAGE]

Step 2

Finding -> Response

Step 3

User Flow

Main Menu

Game Setup Screen

All Other Screens

Step 4

Early Concept

Step 5

User Testing

Step 6

Final Design
Choices

Résumé

Contact

About

Design Process

Learn the Lingo

Scroll For Complete Project ↓

Mission:

Hypothesis:

Tools:

What I did:

COMPLETED DESIGN

Step 1

Research

Methodology:

Findings

User Habits

Motivations & Preferences

App Concept Validation

Participants from: [SURVEY ADJUSTED TO PARCITIPANTS LANGUAGE]

Step 2

Finding -> Response

Step 3

User Flow

Main Menu

Game Setup Screen

All Other Screens

Step 4

Early Concept

Step 5

User Testing

Step 6

Final Design Choices

Final Design
Choices