prepster
prepster is a mobile-first interview preparation app designed to empower students and recent graduates with the confidence and resources to ace their interviews. by combining structured practice with gamification and tailored content, prepster makes interview prep feel less intimidating and more effective.
challenge
opportunity
job seekers, especially students and recent grads, often feel overwhelmed preparing for interviews. generic advice, scattered prep materials, and a lack of structure lead to anxiety, poor performance, and missed opportunities.
create a structured, intuitive, and engaging app that helps users prepare for interviews by providing curated questions, tailored practice, and consistent daily challenges—boosting confidence and readiness.
timeline
fall 2024
user experience design
user interface design
visual design
product strategy
disciplines
tools
figma
team
eric le
research & inspiration
early research revealed:
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72% of students feel unprepared for interviews
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existing tools were either too vague or too advanced
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users wanted prep that felt approachable, actionable, and structured
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competitor analysis showed that platforms like big interview, linkedin learning, and glassdoor lacked:
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interactive practice (too much passive content)
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progress tracking or habit-building
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designs that felt modern, youthful, or motivating
design direction
the design direction centered on balancing professionalism with approachability. prepster needed to feel trustworthy enough for career prep, but friendly enough that students didn’t feel overwhelmed.
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bright, youthful colors to reduce anxiety and spark motivation
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clean layouts to keep content digestible
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gamified visual cues (progress tracking, streaks) to encourage habit-building
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approachable typography and iconography to emphasize friendliness
insights
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first-time prep tools should feel friendly, not intimidating
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structure is essential, but users need flexibility
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gamified accountability helps turn prep into a lasting habit
final design
the final app design makes interview prep approachable, personalized, and habit-forming. prepster blends structure with play, so users feel less stressed and more prepared as interview day approaches.
takeaway
this project taught me how to design for consistency and accountability, not just one-time use.
key takeaways:
✅ prep tools should feel approachable, not intimidating
✅ users need structure—but also room to customize their path
✅ gamifying accountability builds real, lasting habits
