RoundIt

RoundIt

RoundIt

RoundIt Hackathon is a real-time dashboard designed for developers participating in RoundIt's hackathon. It provides an intuitive way to track debugging progress, manage team tasks, and communicate efficiently across web, mobile, and smartwatch platforms.

Role:

Role:

UI/UX Designer

Tools:

Tools:

Figma, Adobe Suite

Duration:

Duration:

4 weeks

Challenges:

  • Developers needed an efficient way to log and resolve bugs.

  • Developers needed a way to communicate and track progress during time-sensitive hackathons.

Problem Statement:

Hackathons are fast-paced and require efficient debugging workflows. Many teams struggle with tracking bugs, managing real-time progress, and maintaining smooth communication. The RoundIt Hackathon dashboard was designed to streamline these processes by offering a centralized, multi-device platform for tracking and resolving issues.

Goals:

  • Create an intuitive debugging dashboard for hackathon teams.

  • Ensure seamless multi-platform usability.

  • Enable quick team communication and progress tracking.

Research:

To validate the dashboard’s structure and user expectations, I conducted:

  1. Developer Feedback Sessions: Interviewed previous hackathon participants about their debugging workflows.

  2. Competitor Analysis: Studied existing debugging and task management tools to identify inefficiencies.

  3. Closed Card Sorting Study: Conducted with 14 participants to organize key features in a way that aligned with user expectations.

Card Sorting Results:

  • High Agreement on Core Features:

    • 100% sorted bug status and code integration into the bug reports and code hub, confirming expected debugging workflows.

    • 93% sorted code submission and documentation under the code hub, reinforcing the need for centralized code management.

  • Variability in Team Management & Overview Placement:

    • 86% grouped team chat and team members under team collaboration, while only 50% placed task tracking there, suggesting workflows should be more customizable.

    • 79% sorted bug severity level under bug reports, but some expected it in the overview section.

  • Lower Agreement on Overview & Alerts:
    • Only 43% of users sorted alerts and progress updates into overview, meaning clearer UI placement was needed.

  • Customization Matters:
    • 93% of participants placed theme customization in settings, showing personalization is a priority.

Branding & Evolution of RoundIt Hackathon:

Branding & Evolution of RoundIt Hackathon:

Original RoundIt Concept:

RoundIt was initially a financial app that automated savings by rounding up purchases. Users could allocate spare change to savings, investments, or charities, making financial wellness effortless.

Transforming RoundIt into a Hackathon Platform:

Building on RoundIt’s focus on automation and optimization, I reimagined it as a real-time debugging and collaboration dashboard for hackathons. Instead of financial tracking, the platform now helps teams log bugs, track progress, and communicate efficiently.

Wireframes:

High-Fidelity Designs:

Reflection:

This project offered several valuable lessons and insights:

1. Speed and Simplicity Matter:

  • Developers need instant access to debugging info without distractions.


2. Multi-Platform Access Increases Efficiency:

  • Smartwatch notifications and mobile support kept teams engaged.

3. Collaboration is Key:

  • A centralized chat feature improved communication and reduced misalignment.

Conclusion:

RoundIt Hackathon transforms debugging and team collaboration for high-speed hackathon environments. By integrating real-time task tracking, seamless messaging, and multi-platform access, it empowers developers to stay focused and productive.

What Could Be Improved?

• More Customization: Allow users to rearrange dashboard elements based on personal workflows.

• Offline Functionality: Enable developers to log bugs without an internet connection, syncing when online.

• Deeper Integration with Dev Tools: Add support for GitHub, Jira, and Slack to streamline workflows.

Original RoundIt Concept:

RoundIt was initially a financial app that automated savings by rounding up purchases. Users could allocate spare change to savings, investments, or charities, making financial wellness effortless.

Transforming RoundIt into a Hackathon Platform:

Building on RoundIt’s focus on automation and optimization, I reimagined it as a real-time debugging and collaboration dashboard for hackathons. Instead of financial tracking, the platform now helps teams log bugs, track progress, and communicate efficiently.

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Wireframes:

High-Fidelity Designs:

Reflection:

This project offered several valuable lessons and insights:

1. Speed and Simplicity Matter:

  • Developers need instant access to debugging info without distractions.


2. Multi-Platform Access Increases Efficiency:

  • Smartwatch notifications and mobile support kept teams engaged.

3. Collaboration is Key:

  • A centralized chat feature improved communication and reduced misalignment.

Conclusion:

RoundIt Hackathon transforms debugging and team collaboration for high-speed hackathon environments. By integrating real-time task tracking, seamless messaging, and multi-platform access, it empowers developers to stay focused and productive.

What Could Be Improved?

• More Customization: Allow users to rearrange dashboard elements based on personal workflows.

• Offline Functionality: Enable developers to log bugs without an internet connection, syncing when online.

• Deeper Integration with Dev Tools: Add support for GitHub, Jira, and Slack to streamline workflows.

Linkedin

Email

X

©

Meredith Winchell

2025

Linkedin

Email

X

©

Meredith Winchell

2025