Stare App

Exploring Human Perception: Building a Research App

The project involved creating a single-page app (SPA) for Dr. Rupert Sheldrake, a renowned biologist and researcher known for his work in exploring unexplained human perceptions.

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The app was designed to enable users to conduct experiments testing the “sense of being looked at,” allowing for scientific exploration of this phenomenon. By leveraging modern web technologies, the app provides a platform for global participation in experimental research.

Project Transformation

Challenge and Scope

Solutions

Business impact

Technologies and Tools

The team

1 — Challenge and Scope

Creating a progressive web app was essential to reach a broad audience

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Cross-Platform Compatibility

The app needed to deliver a consistent user experience across mobile and desktop devices.

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Bypassing App Store Restrictions

Opting for a SPA format eliminated the need for app store approval, allowing broader accessibility.

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Intuitive Interface Design

The app had to simplify the process for users to perform tests, record results, and view insights.

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Data Recording

A backend system was required to securely and anonymously store test results for research analysis.

2 — Solutions

The app was developed using the Ionic framework to provide a responsive, cross-platform experience while maintaining ease of use

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Single-Page App Development

Ionic enabled the creation of a SPA, combining the accessibility of a website with native app-like features.

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User-Friendly Interface

Designed a simple and intuitive UI for conducting tests, recording observations, and reviewing results.

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Real-Time Data Collection

Implemented a secure backend system to anonymously record and manage user data for research purposes.

3 — Business Impact

Empowering the client to meet market demands, stay competitive, and deliver greater value to their customers.

Global Accessibility

The SPA format allows Dr. Sheldrake to reach a wide audience without relying on app store distribution.

Increased Engagement

Simplified participation encourages users worldwide to contribute to his research.

Valuable Data Insights

Real-time data collection provides essential input for advancing studies on human perception.

Scalable Research

The app supports ongoing experimentation, expanding opportunities for public engagement in scientific research.

4 — Technologies and Tools

These technologies are chosen to align with client goals, ensuring innovative and impactful results.

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Ionic Framework for building a responsive, flexible single-page app

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React ensured smooth and dynamic front-end interactions

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Laravel (PHP), Vue2, MySQL: Supported secure backend development and efficient data management.

5 — The Team

By combining technical proficiency, creativity, and effective communication, our teams consistently transform challenges into opportunities, driving success across industries.

Tech Lead

Directed technical strategy and ensured seamless integration of all app components.

Frontend Developers

Created a user-friendly interface using Ionic and React for responsive performance.

Backend Developers

Built the data recording system with Laravel, Vue2, and MySQL to support research needs.

UI/UX Designer

Focused on creating an intuitive experience for users to perform and record experiments.

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