Capstone Projects | Information School | University of Washington

happy paws: a gamified approach to mental health

Passionate about mental health and wellness, our team tackled the Gen Z mental health crisis with happy paws, a web application designed to encourage Gen Z to be proactive about their mental health. Through personalized resources, a gamified mental health model, and evidence-based tools, our results include heightened awareness, the development of healthy coping skills, and bolstered confidence among users. By fostering a culture of self-care and destigmatizing mental health discussions, happy paws makes a profound difference in the lives of Gen Z by equipping them with the necessary tools to navigate their mental health with confidence and resilience.

HerHeartCo: Preventing Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Perimenopausal Women

HerHeartCo empowers women to take charge of their health by improving access to information about cardiovascular disease risk factors during perimenopause. Our mobile application utilizes wearable technology to facilitate self-monitoring and symptom management, offering personalized recommendations and insights, and providing educational resources. Our holistic solution bridges the knowledge gap and equips women to make intentional, informed decisions for their heart health during this critical life stage.

iLease: The Easy Way to List and Find House

Subletting is a common solution for University of Washington students struggling to cover high rents during breaks. However, finding suitable tenants often proves difficult. This financial pressure led our team to develop a reliable platform that connects UW leaseholders with potential tenants. Using detailed search filters, users can find properties that fit their needs and communicate directly with leaseholders. Simple listing instructions enable leaseholders to easily add their properties and manage tenant requests. Our platform offers an essential solution to the subleasing challenges faced by UW students and also helps those seeking short-term accommodation in the UW area.

Improving UX in Digital Collections

The Federal Register and Code of Federal Regulations digital collections in the Law Library of Congress require updated organization and metadata to optimize user experience. This project reviewed these and other FR / CFR collections to identify solutions for improving UX / UI design. The primary deliverable of this Capstone project is a whitepaper report highlighting opportunities for improvement and providing recommendations to enhance accessibility, organization, and navigation in the collections. The project will broaden access to free legal resources that researchers—particularly nonprofits and small organizations—can use to further their work, saving them time and resources.

Last Mile Innovations: Leveraging Smart Solutions for Efficient Amazon Warehouse Audits

The Site Audit Tool revolutionizes the warehouse audit process for design engineers at Amazon's Last Mile team. Developed by Team Phoenix, this AWS-based web interface addresses the shortcomings of traditional spreadsheet audits by enhancing efficiency, improving the tracking of critical issues, and fostering better collaboration among auditors. As Amazon expands its network of delivery stations, engineers must ensure each site aligns with the 'Digital Twin' before launching. This tool digitizes the process, integrating features like real-time data synchronization, dynamic user interfaces, and robust backend support. It empowers engineers to swiftly identify and resolve discrepancies, ultimately boosting operational accuracy and efficiency.

lingua-link: peer-to-peer language learning community

lingua-link goes beyond rote memorization by connecting you with fellow language learners in a secure peer-to-peer community. Unlike traditional apps that lack real-world interaction, lingua-link fosters meaningful language exchange and cultural understanding. Our focus on privacy and security ensures a safe space to practice conversation, bridge the communication gap, and accelerate your fluency.

LookingGlass - Take a look into your fridge and your food waste habits

LookingGlass addresses food waste among young adults (18-24) by offering a virtual fridge app. Core features include ingredient tracking and sharing, receipt scanning for inventory input, analytics to monitor habits, and recipe recommendations based on available ingredients. LookingGlass provides a solution to waste management and building better cooking habits by prioritizing accessibility, and giving users a full and free view of their food storage.

Mass Delivery Integration for DoorDash

Our project tackles the challenges of high food delivery costs, limited meal options, and inefficient deliveries for university students on campus. Integrating a "Mass Delivery" feature into the existing DoorDash app enables students to participate in group orders at designated campus food lockers, significantly reducing the cost per meal and delivery times. Our results from testing with students demonstrated both cost savings and increased convenience. This project makes a significant difference in the lives of students by providing them with a more affordable and efficient way to access meals, allowing an increased focus on studies and less on meal logistics.

Mindscape: An All-in-One AI Mental Health Solution

In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety are prevalent, prioritizing mental health is crucial. Our app harnesses the power of wearable device data, such as Apple Watches, to empower users with personalized insights and recommendations for enhancing their mental well-being. By leveraging continuous data tracking and machine learning algorithms through Splunk, our user-friendly platform offers instant guidance, fosters greater awareness, and promotes proactive mental health management. With a focus on accessibility and engagement, our solution represents a significant step towards mental wellness in the digital age.

MyMemoMeal: Flavorful Moments, Timeless Memories — Effortlessly journal your meal experiences!

Dining enthusiasts are documenting past meal recollections using several applications such as their notes app, social media platforms, or simply their camera gallery. Within the current market, no centralized platform is dedicated for users to personally journal and revisit their meal experiences. MyMemoMeal caters to those who desire to easily find past their food experiences and document new meals in one platform. With a focus on simplicity and convenience, users can upload pictures of their meals to organize and commemorate their food journeys. MyMemoMeal strives to be a valuable resource for dining enthusiasts to cherish and relive their culinary discoveries.

iSchool Capstone

2024