
GARDEN HUB
Garden Hub is a mobile application designed to simplify the journey of gardening enthusiasts by providing all the tools, resources, and products they need in one place. The app focuses on promoting organic gardening by offering access to sustainable gardening materials and expert tips.


Problem Statement
Gardening is an enriching hobby, but many individuals struggle with sourcing quality organic materials, finding reliable gardening tips, or managing their gardening activities effectively. Existing platforms either focus on a specific aspect, such as plant identification or garden layout, but fail to provide a comprehensive solution for all gardening needs. This fragmented experience leaves users searching across multiple platforms, leading to frustration and inefficiency.

Methodology Choices
To ensure Garden Hub met user expectations, the following methodologies were chosen:
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User Surveys: Conducted to identify pain points in existing gardening apps and prioritize features for Garden Hub.
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Insight: Users expressed frustration with scattered resources and difficulty finding organic products.
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Impact: These findings guided the creation of a centralized hub for gardening essentials.
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Usability Testing: Iterative tests were run on wireframes to refine navigation and feature placement.
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Insight: Users preferred a streamlined homepage with quick access to tools and tips.
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Impact: Simplified the navigation bar and added prominent quick-action buttons.
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User Research
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Conducted surveys and interviews with 30 gardening enthusiasts.
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Key insights:
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65% wanted easy access to organic gardening supplies.
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50% were beginners who needed step-by-step guidance.
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80% found existing apps overwhelming due to lack of focus on specific gardening needs.
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Persona

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Name: Emily
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Demographics: 34 years old, urban dweller, works in IT, passionate about sustainability.
Goals:
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Create a small organic garden on her balcony.
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Learn about sustainable gardening practices.
Pain Points:
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Difficulty sourcing organic supplies locally.
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Overwhelmed by fragmented online resources.



Ideation
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Brainstormed ideas using a collaborative digital whiteboard.
Key features proposed:
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Integrated marketplace for organic gardening materials.
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Step-by-step guides for beginners.
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AI-driven plant care tips.


Solution
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Garden Hub features:
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A comprehensive e-commerce platform for organic gardening.
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Personalized gardening tips and AI-driven plant care suggestions.
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A streamlined, intuitive interface for beginners and experts alike.


Reflection & Future
Learnings:
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Gained deeper insights into user needs and iterative design processes.
Next Steps:
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Explore features like community forums and subscription-based curated gardening kits.
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