By : Andrew Robert Andison | NIM 2702257412

Lecturer : Irene Teresa Rebecca Hutabarat, S.MB., M.M.

Throughout this project, I learned that progress doesn’t always come from perfection, but from movement and willingness to improve. Our team managed to create an MVP within a limited development timeframe, and overall, I was satisfied with what we achieved. While it may not be flawless, I truly believe that if this project were to continue long-term, all the suggested improvements could realistically be implemented step by step.

The feedback we received, especially regarding the visual design, didn’t discourage me. Instead, it helped me see our product more objectively. While the interface currently looks quite similar to existing ride-hailing applications like Grab or Gojek, I see this as a starting point rather than a weakness. Our core functionality already works, and that is the foundation that matters most. Moving forward, I believe we can sharpen our identity by making the design more focused on carpooling — emphasizing simplicity and purpose, since our platform is specifically meant to connect students who have available seats with those who need a ride.

From the validation process, I felt that our survey worked well. The questions were broad enough to encourage detailed responses, which helped us understand user perspectives more deeply. Now that we have identified key insights, future surveys can become more targeted and strategic. Looking back at our booth setup, I also realized that we could have done more to attract attention — better decoration and small incentives could have helped draw people in and spark curiosity.

Overall, this experience taught me that building a product is an evolving journey. Feedback is not something to fear, but something to refine direction. Through this process, I learned to appreciate iteration, clarity of purpose, and the importance of presenting ideas in a way that truly connects with users.