Fretgenius

Project Case

As part of the Responsive Multi-Device Design (RMDD) Project I completed at the HvA in 2023–2024, I developed the concept for FretGenius, a multi-device guitar learning platform. This project explored creating cross-platform user experiences specifically for musicians.

The aim was to design a platform that supports guitarists throughout their learning and recording journey, using devices like smartphones, laptops, and smartwatches. A key focus was ensuring a consistent, continuous, and complementary (CCC) experience across devices, whether users were practicing, recording, or sharing their work.

FretGenius is a conceptual project that investigates how technology can empower musicians by bridging the gap between devices. While it is not a finished product, it was a valuable opportunity to apply responsive design principles and experiment with creative solutions for multi-device experiences.

FretGenius multi-device interface concept

Learnings

User research and ideation to identify features like recording functionality, metronome synchronization, and personalized song recommendations.
Wireframes and prototypes to demonstrate how tasks like selecting songs on a computer and recording on a phone could feel seamless.
Applying multi-device design principles to implement features such as cross-device song saving, smartwatch metronome syncing, and social sharing capabilities.