Project MU Overview

Objective

Project MU aimed to develop a mobile application, to collect and analyze various datasets and to set marketing strategies based on the contents provided by our client, the Museum of Japanese Colonial History in Korea.

The museum application encompasses exhibition translations, videos on the history of historical colonial buildings, museum mascots, and more. Various dashboards and short essays on the colonial history were also created to aid visitors in understanding the colonial history of Korea.

<aside> 💫 Team Goal(s): Application Development

Front-end Development: Designing an engaging interface including the login & register page, homepage, virtual exhibition page, and comments page for the MU mobile application
Back-end Development: Develop a centralized database for registering users and adding information such as exhibition captions and recordings to the MU mobile application </aside>

About Client

The Museum of Japanese Colonial History in Korea is the first museum to specialize in documenting and exhibiting the history of the anti-Japanese struggle during the Japanese colonial era. It aims to lead in overcoming the present-day Japanese colonial remnants and the divisional system of Korea to promote peace in East Asia and relies on the donations and donated data from citizens and overseas Koreans.

The museum’s programs include group docent tours, collaborated conferences, events held with Japanese historical groups, and both permanent and temporary exhibitions.

2023 Fall Capstone

July 24th - Dec 18th

Topic Highlights

React Fundamentals

Create Expo App

Form Validation Using State

React Navigation

Firebase

Deliverables

MU**: Mobile Application**

Next Steps

Enhance User Experience: Continuously gather user feedback through surveys, reviews, and user testing to refine the mobile application's interface and functionalities. Implement iterative updates to improve usability and engagement for visitors exploring the museum.
Expand Content and Features: Collaborate further with the Museum of Japanese Colonial History to expand the application's content repository. Consider incorporating augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) elements to offer immersive experiences that bring historical artifacts and sites to life.
Implement Advanced Analytics: Utilize the collected datasets and analytics tools to derive meaningful insights about user behavior within the application. This data-driven approach will aid in refining content preferences, identifying popular exhibits, and tailoring marketing strategies for a more personalized visitor experience.
Forge Community Engagement: Encourage community participation by enabling user-generated content. Create a platform for users to share personal stories, historical anecdotes, or additional information related to the exhibits. Consider integrating social features to foster discussions and connections among visitors.
Explore Collaborative Initiatives: Seek opportunities for collaborative projects with other historical institutions, technology firms, or educational bodies. Partnering with relevant entities can enrich the application's content, foster innovation, and expand the reach of the museum's history and message.
Sustain Regular Updates and Maintenance: Commit to regular updates, bug fixes, and maintenance to ensure the application operates seamlessly across various mobile devices and platforms. Stay attuned to technological advancements and industry best practices for continual improvement.

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