Thesis topic: online dating

This timeline needs a little more work as I finalize my proposal but here’s what I have in mind currently as I think about my idea and what direction I’m trying to take it.

March:
Research my demographic (probably singles aged 21-35)
Look into forms – I think it is about reducing the stigma or idea that they are useless in finding meaningful connections, so I’m not sure what other form would be applicable)

April:
Midterm presentation
Research what does vs does not work when meeting in person and online, online research, interview people in the demographic of all statuses and stories
Try to find experts who work on dating platforms or dating in general
Prototype – if an app then create sketches/wireframes and something responsive/click-through
User test prototype, documentation

May:
Begin to build higher fidelity prototype for presenting in class
Use in class feedback to make changes
Continue research, interviews, and user testing as needed

June:
Finalize project and do last user tests
Presentation
Documentation