Major Project 2/ Final Year Project
Start from 4.2.2026
Kong Cai Yi / 0363862
Major Project 2 / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
- Mr. Shamsul briefed us about the expected final outcome for the Final Year Project.
- The final submission should include a fully developed high-fidelity prototype that clearly demonstrates the system’s functionality.
- We were advised to start planning the project scope and features early to ensure the prototype can be completed on time.
- Discussed the importance of documenting the design process, including research, ideation, and prototype development.
- Presented the Little Care project proposal to Dr. Wong.
- Discussed the overall research findings and project direction.
- Supervisor commented that the research conducted is sufficient and acceptable.
- Advised that the project can proceed to the high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) prototype stage.
- Suggested focusing first on the babysitter booking flow and improving the user interface design for the main features.
- Reviewed the initial UI design and prototype progress for the Little Care app.
- Discussed prioritizing the babysitter booking flow as the main feature of the application.
- Supervisor suggested focusing on completing the core booking flow first, and modifying or refining other features later.
- Discussed the flow and structure of the final presentation for the Little Care project.
- Supervisor emphasized that the prototype demonstration should be the main focus of the presentation.
- Advised not to spend too much time explaining the research process.
- Suggested reducing time spent presenting the design system and prioritizing how the app works in practice.
- Had an online discussion with Mr. Razif to review the progress of the Little Care prototype.
- Discussed improving the babysitter search and filter system to make it more personalized for parents.
- Talked about enhancing the live tracking feature by adding a status timeline to show the babysitter’s progress (e.g., coming, arrived, left).
- Reviewed the Baby Tracker page and discussed changing its focus so parents can easily see what the babysitter has recorded for the baby.
- Explored ways to make the tracking and reminder features clearer and more practical for both parents and babysitters.
- Conducted the final presentation of the Little Care project to Mr. Razif.
- Reviewed the overall prototype, user flow, and key features of the application.
- Discussed improvements related to user trust, safety, and reliability when booking a babysitter.
The aim of this app is to create a safe, convenient, and reliable platform that helps parents find trusted childcare, access parenting support, and discover kid-friendly places easily. It reduces the stress of managing childcare by offering verified babysitter connections, community support, and smart features for hassle-free planning.
Problem Statement:
Objectives:
- This app helps parents find trusted babysitters quickly, including last-minute and emergency childcare options with real-time tracking. It ensures safety by allowing parents to choose babysitters with verified profiles, background checks, and ratings from other parents. First-time and single parents can also get support through a parenting community where they can share advice, ask questions, and find emotional support.
- Parents can easily connect with verified babysitters and childcare providers using a secure booking system with direct payments. The app also helps families discover kid-friendly places like restaurants and play centers, offering reviews, discounts, and recommendations. Expecting parents can get help from experienced mentors, attend live Q&A sessions, and access helpful parenting guides to prepare for childcare challenges.
- To make things even easier, smart features like AI recommendations, automatic scheduling, and reminders help parents manage their childcare needs with less stress.
In week 2, I focused on building the design system for the Little Care app. This step is very important because it helps keep the whole design consistent and organized. I started by defining the color palette, where I explored different options before deciding on a purple and blue gradient to create a friendly and trustworthy feeling for parents.
Besides that, I also worked on typography, buttons, icons, and basic UI components that will be reused throughout the app. Creating these elements early helped me design faster in later stages because I already had a clear guideline to follow
In week 3, I focused on building the core UI structure, including components, cards, grid, and overall layout. I started by designing reusable components such as buttons, cards, and content sections, which helps maintain consistency and makes the design process more efficient.
For the layout, I applied an 8-column grid system with 32px margins and 16px gutters. This helped me align elements properly and create a clean, balanced interface. Using the grid system also made it easier to structure different screens and ensure everything looks organized and professional.
In week 4, I started designing the main user flow, including the onboarding screens, log in, and home page. For the onboarding, I focused on creating a simple and welcoming introduction to the app, helping new users understand the main features of Little Care in a clear and friendly way.
For the log in page, I kept the design clean and straightforward to ensure users can easily access their account without confusion. I also considered user convenience by making the process quick and easy.
The home page was the most important part this week, as it acts as the main hub of the app. I arranged the layout based on the grid system created earlier, making sure the information is clear, accessible, and visually balanced. I also started applying the design system to ensure consistency across all elements.
In week 5, I focused on designing key features that support parents in monitoring and ensuring their child’s safety. I worked on the Baby Tracker, which allows parents to keep track of important activities such as feeding, sleeping, and daily routines. I aimed to make the layout simple and easy to read so parents can quickly check information without feeling overwhelmed.
I also designed the Live Track feature, which helps parents monitor their child’s location in real time. This feature is important for providing a sense of security, so I focused on making the interface clear and reliable, especially for quick access.
In addition, I included Emergency Hotlines as a safety feature. This allows users to quickly contact important services during urgent situations. I made sure this feature is easy to find and accessible at any time.
In week 6, I conducted user testing for the Little Care app using a moderator script and task-based scenarios. Participants were asked to complete key tasks such as finding a babysitter, using the baby tracker, and exploring the community section. Overall, users were able to complete all tasks successfully, showing that the app flow is clear and easy to use.
From the feedback, users found the interface clean, friendly, and easy to navigate. The baby tracker feature was especially valued, as it helps parents monitor their child’s activities. The community section was also seen as useful for gaining parenting advice.
However, there are several areas for improvement. Users suggested adding more babysitter credibility features such as ratings, reviews, and comparison options. They also wanted additional functions in the baby tracker like reminders, tutorials, and support for multiple children.
In week 7, I completed and presented my final project, Little Care. I prepared my slides to clearly explain the problem, target users, key features, and design solutions. During the presentation, I focused on highlighting the main value of the app, especially how it helps parents find trustworthy babysitters and track their child’s activities for better safety and peace of mind.
I also presented my user testing findings and design improvements, showing how user feedback helped refine features such as babysitter credibility, baby tracker, and booking flow. This made my design more user-centered and practical.
FINAL SUBMISSION
- Final App Design Showcase Slides
- Project Execution Material
- Project Presentation Slides
- Project Management Document
- Major Project 1 Presentation Slides
- User Testing Document
- Declaration Form
Final App Design Showcase
Little Care Design File (RAW)
Little Care Full Prototype
Final Video Walkthrough - Little Care App:
Little Care Promotional Video
- Mr. Shamsul advised to clearly define the core features of the Little Care app early so the prototype development can stay focused.
- Suggested prioritizing the main user flow, especially the babysitter booking process, as it is the key function of the application.
- Recommended starting with low-fidelity wireframes before moving into high-fidelity design to test the layout and flow first.
- Advised to ensure the UI design is simple and intuitive for parents, since the target users may need quick and easy interactions when arranging childcare.
- Presented the Little Care project proposal to Dr. Wong.
- Discussed the overall research findings and project direction.
- Supervisor commented that the research conducted is sufficient and acceptable.
- Advised that the project can proceed to the high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) prototype stage.
- Suggested focusing first on the babysitter booking flow and improving the user interface design for the main features.
- Focus on designing and refining the babysitter booking flow first before working on other features.
- Increase the font size to improve readability.
- Add more negative space to make the interface look cleaner and less crowded.
- Use card components to organize information and improve visual clarity.
- Add an outline or structure for the baby log section to make the information more organized and easier for parents to view.
- Separate the onboarding screen into three pages to properly introduce the app and its key features to new users.
- The current theme color has low contrast, making some content less visible; consider adjusting or changing the color to improve readability and accessibility.
- For the cancel babysitter function, include a confirmation pop-up window to ensure users confirm their action before cancelling the booking.
- For the babysitter filter feature, make it more personalized by adding filters such as language spoken, Muslim babysitter option, and availability within 7 days.
- Introduce a multi-layer filter system so users can apply multiple preferences at the same time when searching for babysitters.
- For the live tracking feature, add a timeline-style information bar to show the babysitter’s status (e.g., not yet arrived, on the way, arrived, and left).
- Revise the Baby Tracker page so parents can mainly view what the babysitter has recorded for the baby during the session.
- Allow parents to customize tracking items, but prioritize showing the babysitter’s activity summary and reminders for babysitters.
- Overall design is clean and well-structured, with a clear user flow.
- Improve how the app builds trust and safety for parents when booking babysitters.
- Enhance the verified system to make it more reliable and convincing.
- Add an emergency action feature for parents in case of urgent situations.
- For the CCTV/live monitoring feature, allow connection to a backup phone, not just a dedicated camera.
Another challenge was time management. I was quite worried that I wouldn’t have enough time to complete the babysitter interface, but I knew it was a very important part of the app, especially because it includes safety-related features like the safety map. Even though I felt rushed, I still pushed myself to complete it as best as I could.
During the promotional video stage, I also experienced some technical difficulties. The rendering process took almost 2 hours, which was honestly quite stressful and made me realize how important it is to optimize settings and plan ahead.
Despite all these challenges, I feel very satisfied with the final outcome. I managed to complete a full-screen app design that looks complete and quite mature for presentation. I also learned a lot throughout the process, not just in design skills, but also in problem-solving, time management, and decision-making. Overall, this project helped me grow and gave me more confidence in handling a full UX/UI project from start to finish.
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