Outing - theoutingapp.com
Outing is a mobile application designed to simplify the process of finding and attending local events. Whether you're interested in art and music shows, flea markets, or outdoor activities, Outing provides a personalized experience to easily discover and purchase tickets. By leveraging advanced filtering options and user preferences, the app ensures that finding the next unforgettable event is just a few taps away.
As designer and developer for Outing, I was responsible for the entire lifecycle of the app, from concept to launch. This included conducting user research, designing the user interface and experience, and implementing the frontend and backend systems. Working on this application helped to refine my design and development skills, creating a balance between user experience and a sleek interface.
Creating Outing began with research. I looked through event
discovery apps and felt I could design a better experience.
The core features I focused on were intuitive event
discovery, seamless ticket purchasing, and social sharing.
Outing's frontend was built using SwiftUI and UIKit native
to the iOS platform. Firebase Firestore, a NoSQL database,
was used for flexibility and real-time updates. On the
backend, Typescript was used to build the cloud server,
running on Google Cloud.
- Real-world tools for professionals in the art world to host events and engage with their audience through likes, comments, and more.
- Map view for event search based on location and preferences.
- User profiles with the ability to follow and message regarding hosted events.