SPARQ
DATING APP
.Summary
Sparq goes beyond mere matchmaking by empowering users to curate their nightlife experience. By alerting users to zones with a high level of activity, Sparq serves as a trusted companion in decision-making, helping users make informed choices about where to spend their evenings.
Sparq emerges as a blend of a dating app and a "night planner," offering users a dynamic and immersive experience in the realm of online dating. What sets Sparq apart is its innovative use of geolocation technology, which leverages a user's current location to connect them with potential matches within the same geofenced area, or "zones."
These zones encompass vibrant hotspots such as popular streets, bustling bar scenes, or even customized individual locations, effectively transforming the dating landscape into a real-time, hyper-localized social arena.
Its unique social thread feature fosters community engagement within each zone, allowing users to participate in conversations about the latest happenings, lively venues, and buzzing nightlife spots.
Once users find themselves in the same zone, Sparq facilitates seamless connections with other available singles.
Through its intuitive interface, users can browse profiles, initiate conversations, and even send "SPARQ" signals to express their interest in chatting face-to-face. This innovative approach not only breaks the ice but also encourages spontaneous interactions, fostering genuine connections in real time.
In essence, Sparq Dating redefines the dating experience, seamlessly blending technology with social exploration to create unforgettable moments and meaningful connections in the here and now.
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Client • Crowdbotics
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Roles • User Interface and Interaction Design
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Year • 2019
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oBJECTIVES & KEY FEATURES
1. Hyper-Local Matchmaking
2. Seamless Social Engagement
3. Intuitive User Experience
1. Hyper-Local Matchmaking: Utilize geolocation technology to connect users with potential matches within the same geofenced area or "zones."
Offer personalized recommendations based on user preferences and real-time activity within each zone.
2. Seamless Social Engagement: Foster community interaction through social threads, enabling users to engage in conversations and share insights about local venues and events.
Facilitate spontaneous connections by notifying users of other singles in their vicinity and encouraging face-to-face interactions.
3. Carpooling Integration: Design an intuitive interface that simplifies profile browsing, conversation initiation, and event discovery.
Implement user-friendly features such as SPARQ signals to express interest and facilitate seamless communication between users.
Learnings & Future Directions
Collaborating with a remote team spread across the globe highlighted the importance of effective communication, adaptability, and leveraging technology to bridge geographical barriers.
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I am excited to continue elevating my skills in remote collaboration, embracing new challenges, and fostering a culture of innovation and creativity in my work.
This experience not only deepened my understanding of online dating but also reinforced my commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and creating meaningful experiences.