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Executive Summary
Project Overview
The Jules 3.0 School of Fish app facelift is a comprehensive modernization initiative aimed at enhancing the user experience, improving performance, and maintaining market competitiveness in the early childhood computational thinking education space. This project will update the existing platform while preserving its core educational value and proven curriculum effectiveness.
Key Objectives
Modernize UI/UX to meet 2025 design standards and improve engagement Enhance Performance by 40% across all devices Improve Teacher Tools with advanced analytics and classroom management features Ensure Accessibility with WCAG 2.1 AA compliance Optimize Mobile Experience for tablets and smartphones Timeline & Investment
Project Duration: 7 months (March - October 2025) Beta Release: October 15, 2025 Total Investment: $523,250 USD Team Size: 7-8 professionals Expected Outcomes
25% increase in user engagement 4.5/5 teacher satisfaction score 50% reduction in reported bugs 20% improvement in user retention Product Vision & Objectives
Long-term Vision
To establish Jules School of Fish as the premier computational thinking platform for early childhood education, empowering young learners (ages 4-6) with essential 21st-century skills through engaging, gamified learning experiences.
Core Value Proposition
Jules 3.0 delivers:
For Students: Engaging, age-appropriate games that make learning computational thinking fun and intuitive For Teachers: Powerful classroom management tools with real-time insights and curriculum alignment For Parents: Transparent progress tracking and home learning extensions For Schools: Comprehensive curriculum solution with proven learning outcomes Strategic Alignment
This facelift aligns with:
Growing demand for STEM education in early childhood Shift towards digital-first learning platforms Increased focus on computational thinking as core skill Need for inclusive, accessible educational technology User Research & Personas
Primary Personas
1. Little Learner Lucy (Age 5)
Characteristics:
Limited reading ability, primarily visual learner Short attention span (10-15 minutes) Loves colorful animations and rewards Needs clear, simple instructions Needs:
Intuitive navigation with visual cues Immediate feedback and rewards Short, engaging game sessions Audio instructions and support 2. Teacher Tanya (Age 32)
Characteristics:
Manages classroom of 20-25 students Limited technical expertise Time-constrained for lesson planning Needs:
Quick student progress overview Simple content management Automated reporting features 3. Parent Peter (Age 38)
Characteristics:
Wants to support child's learning Limited time for involvement Concerned about screen time Values educational outcomes Needs:
Home activity suggestions Learning outcome visibility User Journey Maps
Student Learning Flow
Login → Visual avatar selection Dashboard → Animated world map with available activities Game Selection → Preview animations showing gameplay Learning → Progressive difficulty with scaffolding Completion → Celebration animations and rewards Progress → Visual progress indicators and achievements Feature Requirements
Priority 0 (Must-Have) Features
1. Modern UI/UX Redesign
Description: Complete visual overhaul with contemporary, child-friendly design language
Functional Requirements:
New color palette optimized for young learners Larger touch targets (minimum 44×44 pixels) Consistent iconography and visual language Smooth animations and transitions High contrast mode for visibility Acceptance Criteria:
All UI elements meet accessibility standards Touch targets pass usability testing with target age group Loading times reduced by 40% Consistent experience across devices Effort: XL
2. Enhanced Game Performance
Description: Optimization of all games for smooth, responsive gameplay
Functional Requirements:
60 FPS on supported devices Reduced initial load time to <3 seconds Offline mode for core games Automatic quality adjustment based on device Memory optimization for older devices Acceptance Criteria:
Games maintain 60 FPS on 80% of test devices No crashes during 2-hour continuous play sessions Offline mode functional for 5 core games Effort: L
3. Teacher Dashboard 2.0
Description: Comprehensive classroom management and analytics platform
Functional Requirements:
Real-time student progress tracking Customizable learning paths Automated progress reports Parent communication tools Learning objective alignment Acceptance Criteria:
Dashboard loads in <2 seconds Reports generated in <5 seconds Support for 30+ simultaneous students 90% teacher satisfaction in usability testing Effort: XL
4. Accessibility Compliance
Description: Full WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for inclusive learning
Functional Requirements:
Screen reader compatibility Keyboard navigation support Color blind friendly modes Audio descriptions for animations Closed captions for videos Acceptance Criteria:
Successfully tested with assistive technologies Positive feedback from accessibility focus group Effort: L
Priority 1 (Nice-to-Have) Features
1. AI-Powered Recommendations
Description: Personalized learning path suggestions based on performance
Functional Requirements:
Performance analysis algorithm Difficulty adjustment system Content recommendation engine Progress prediction model Effort: L
2. Parent Portal
Description: Dedicated interface for parents to track and support learning
Functional Requirements:
Home activity suggestions Effort: M
Technical Specifications
Architecture Overview
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│ Frontend (React Native) │
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│ API Gateway (REST) │
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│ Backend Services (Node.js) │
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│ Database (PostgreSQL) │
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│ CDN (CloudFront) │ Storage (S3) │
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Technology Stack
Frontend: React Native / Flutter Backend: Node.js with Express Database: PostgreSQL with Redis cache Cloud: AWS (EC2, S3, CloudFront, RDS) Analytics: Custom analytics with Google Analytics backup Monitoring: DataDog / New Relic API Specifications
Rate limiting: 100 requests/minute Response time target: <200ms Data Management
User data encryption at rest and in transit 
Jules 3.0 School of Fish App Facelift