1. Enhancing Usability: A Grounded Theory Approach-based Scrum Framework for Mobile Application Design.
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Alnanih, Reem
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SCRUM (Computer software development) ,SOFTWARE frameworks ,DATABASE design ,MOBILE apps ,USER interfaces - Abstract
As technology becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, the role of software engineering in promoting healthy lifestyles has become increasingly important. Software applications have permeated our routines and well-being. Scrum, unlike traditional methodologies, offers an agile, iterative, and client-centric approach to software engineering. It emphasizes frequent client involvement, adaptability to changing requirements, and early risk mitigation, fostering a dynamic and responsive development environment. This approach is particularly crucial in the realm of mobile application design. Meanwhile, Grounded Theory can enhance the understanding of the alignment between developers and users' needs. This paper presents a comprehensive exploration of the development journey of a mobile application designed for promoting health, utilizing the Scrum framework and Grounded Theory. The iterative process, based on qualitative research, encompasses requirements gathering, database design, interface development, and usability testing. The author introduces concepts and styles to define and simplify sprints for improved clarity and comprehension. The usability testing for the proposed application-based Scrum framework was evaluated by two groups: an expert group familiar with the application's functionality and a participant group with no prior experience. The chi-square analysis revealed no significant differences between the two groups in their performance of the set of tasks, suggesting the application was evaluated similarly. Furthermore, the results of the post-test questionnaire, specifically the System Usability Scale (SUS) measure, indicate that over 83% of the participants scored the application above 82, placing it in the "A" grade range and reflecting an excellent level of user satisfaction. The analysis of the gathered data yields valuable insights with practical implications for organizations aiming to optimize the effectiveness of their Scrum teams. The findings demonstrate the usability of the proposed application design, providing a framework for developing health-focused mobile applications using the Scrum framework. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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