Ranya Iskandar's Blog

I can't believe there are only two weeks left of my internship! It's crazy how quickly time has flown by. After photographing Xondas technology and lab, we began finalizing the company's website, adding images that best represent the brand and the company. This week has been focused on assembling everything, continuously reviewing the content, images, colors, format, and more. We had a meeting with the team for feedback, and we've been reiterating our designs to ensure they not only satisfy Xondas but also provide the best user experience. We are at the stage where we are constantly refining the website to make sure it is the best it can be. Some of the key things I've learned so far this week is: The Importance of Visuals : Having high-quality images play an important role in representing the brand and creating a professional look for the website. Always look to Improve : Iteration is key. Regularly reviewing and refining our design ensures that the final product m...

This is my sixth week of my internship with Xondas! I finished creating our company style guide and made sure our design is consistent and fits well with Xondas' brand by choosing the right typeface and color palette. Everything is coming together nicely so far! I had a great opportunity to visit the University of Michigan's Electrical Engineering and Computer Science school this week. We went there to take photos of Xondas' technology for our website. The campus was beautiful, and I enjoyed the drive and walking around the campus! We also visited the Xondas lab in downtown Ann Arbor and took more pictures of their setup and technology. These images will play a crucial role in showcasing Xondas capabilities, case studies, and enhancing the visual appeal of our website. Since I don't have much experience with photography, it was a great learning experience. I learned about getting the right angles, the importance of focusing on details, and taking lots of photos to get t...

This is my fifth week interning with Xondas, and it's been an exciting journey! This week, I began building the company's website on Squarespace. My partner and I are focusing on the layout, ensuring it meets the Xondas team's expectations before diving into colors and typography. During our Thursday meeting, the team was thrilled with the layout and eager to see the next steps unfold. Our next challenge is selecting the right color palette and typography. We aim for a consistent and accessible design that aligns with Xondas' branding. Initially, I felt overwhelmed by the color choices, but I addressed this by prioritizing the layout and creating a style guide based on the company's brand colors. I researched industry trends and how best to complement Xondas' primary orange color. This helped me plan the design elements, including buttons, typography, and images, ensuring a cohesive look. Throughout this process, I've learned several key lessons: Always take...

Week 4 of my internship with Xondas has flown by! With only six weeks left, things are moving quickly. This week, my partner and I began sketching and designing high-fidelity prototypes for the Xondas website. We made sure to keep the company’s objectives and goals in mind, implementing them throughout our design process. We considered how many pages to include and what type of content to add. Our goal is to meet the company’s needs while ensuring the site is user-friendly, easy to navigate, and up-to-date with industry trends. We had a meeting with the Xondas team to present our high-fidelity designs, and they were well-received! They provided some valuable feedback on areas for improvement. One challenge we are facing is finding the right wording to align with how Xondas wants to present itself. We plan to work through this with the company's guidance. Additionally, my partner and I researched how to reach potential customers for Xondas. After thorough research, we concluded that...