Fedor Muratidi’s Post

I have decided to share more about the development process of Reflectary, the challenges I face, and how I make decisions. So here comes the first one 😁 The top feedback I'm getting from users installing and testing the app is: What should I do after getting to the Home Screen? My immediate response would be, it's super easy, just click here, there, that, and wait for this, now click again... (you know I'm joking about my response 😅) After analyzing some metrics, I immediately understood that this is a bottleneck, and I need to address it. Over the past couple of days, I have been working on implementing a fix. Now, as soon as the user finishes onboarding, I ask them to reflect on their yesterday, generate a journal entry with a cover image, and send an in-app message. I believe this should demonstrate the value proposition of the app and why users should use it. What do you think?

🚀 Building in Progress 🚀 Excited to share that I'm currently working on my own #File_Manager_app! From managing documents to organizing media files, the goal is to create a user-friendly, efficient, and reliable tool for handling all file management needs. 🔍📂 This project has been a fantastic opportunity to dive deeper into file handling, optimize workflows, and enhance user experience. Can't wait to share more updates and insights as the app progresses! #BuildingInPublic #FileManager #AppDevelopment #WebDevelopment #CodingJourney

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗪𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗽𝗽 Hi everyone! Recently, I had the opportunity to tackle and solve a major challenge while working on a project for an educational company. The app had a highly utilized feature: a digital wallet that allowed students to access school gates. However, during peak hours (between 7 AM and 8 AM), when the number of users increased significantly, the system became slow and error-prone, directly impacting the students' experience. The consequences? ❌ Numerous complaints on the App Store. ❌ The app's rating dropped to 1.3 stars. ❌ The app's reputation and user trust were severely affected. Our solution came in two steps: 1️⃣ 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: We conducted a detailed analysis and identified critical bottlenecks in the code and backend infrastructure. After optimizing the code and implementing best practices, we launched a more stable and robust version of the app. 2️⃣ 𝗥𝗲𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Even though the students’ feedback about the new version was overwhelmingly positive, the app's store rating remained low. Why? 👉 Dissatisfied users were leaving negative reviews, while satisfied users rarely took the time to leave positive feedback. The solution? A simple but strategic approach: We added an in-app rating modal that allowed users to review the app in just two steps, without leaving the application. This encouraged satisfied users to share their positive feedback directly in the store. The results: ✅ User experience improved significantly. ✅ The app's rating jumped from 𝟭.𝟯 𝘁𝗼 𝟰.𝟮 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀. ✅ Complaints stopped, and the app's reputation was restored. This experience reinforced the importance of aligning technical performance and user experience to achieve the success of a digital product. 🚀 #SoftwareDevelopment #UserExperience #PerformanceOptimization #ProblemSolving #MobileDevelopment #TechCareers

🚀 Calling tech-savvy minds on my LinkedIn network! 🚀 Over the past year, I've taken on a variety of new projects and have been on a mission to find the most effective prioritisation method. One concept that's resonated with me is Pairwise Comparison. It's been a game-changer in how I approach my daily tasks, both professionally and personally. I've developed data sheets that I use religiously to organise everything from work assignments to my grocery list! 📝 Now, I've challenged myself to turn this concept into a tangible app. I've already got my data sheets ready, and they're proving to be incredibly effective. The only hurdle I'm facing is where to take my idea next. Where does the code go once it's written? How do I turn it into a functional app? If you have any experience with app development or know of platforms where I can bring my vision to life, I'd love to hear from you. Let's chat, brainstorm, and explore the possibilities together! Feel free to drop your thoughts in the comments below or connect with me directly. And if you know someone who might be able to offer some guidance, I'd be incredibly grateful if you could tag them or introduce us.💡 #AppDevelopment #Prioritisation #TechInnovation #Brainstorming 

CONSISTENCY? Ever felt like you’re doing everything right, but things still aren’t clicking? That’s been me more times than I can count. 💡 The truth: Being consistent isn’t easy. Some days, I struggle to show up with the same energy and focus. But here’s what I’ve learned: it’s not about being perfect—it’s about showing up, no matter what and staying committed to the process. At LunarBuild we focus on delivering high-quality app development using #flutterflow —and consistency is at the heart of everything we do: 🔹 Building scalable, user-friendly apps that exceed expectations. 🔹 Keeping clients updated with clear communication and aligned goals. 🔹 Constantly refining our processes to deliver faster and better results. 🔹 Taking ownership and solving problems quickly to maintain trust. Consistency isn’t glamorous, but it’s the one thing that builds trust and keeps clients coming back. 🚀 Even on tough days, I remind myself: success doesn’t come in bursts—it comes from one consistent step at a time. If you’re just starting out, don’t let the bad days stop you. It’s harder than it looks, but it’s worth it. Keep showing up, keep improving, and let consistency take you forward. 💪 PS. Coffee helps with consistency:)

I learned about the pre-mortem technique sometime back, and I use it often. It’s a great way to find focus, whether for a project or even in your personal life. If you’re not sure what your main goal is, try this: imagine your project has failed six months from now. Ask yourself, “What went wrong? What did I miss?” For example, if you’re working on a new app, you might realize you didn’t get enough user feedback. That insight could help you decide to make user experience your top priority. By figuring out what really matters before you start, you can stay on track and improve your chances of success. It’s a simple trick that can help you uncover the goal you might have overlooked!

𝐅𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐫: 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 Did you know WidgetsBindingObserver in Flutter can help you listen to and respond to your app’s lifecycle changes, such as when it’s paused, resumed, or backgrounded? 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬: WidgetsBindingObserver allows you to manage key lifecycle events, ensuring your app remains efficient and responsive. By using WidgetsBindingObserver, you can pause tasks like animations, network requests, or timers when your app goes into the background. When the app becomes active again, you can seamlessly resume these tasks. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐭: It’s useful for optimizing resources during backgrounded states. You can stop or reduce resource-heavy processes, leading to better performance and battery management. 💡 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝐓𝐢𝐩: Using WidgetsBindingObserver improves resource management, prevents issues like memory leaks, and ensures your app doesn’t continue tasks unnecessarily when in the background. It’s ideal for apps that rely on background operations.

Just because something CAN be done, it doesn’t mean it SHOULD be. And I learned this the hard way. See, when you first discover Glide and see all the cool features and the potential to solve every business problem you’ve ever had... It’s exciting — almost too exciting. So you dive in, eager to build. You want it all. Every shiny feature, every “nice-to-have” — because, why not? It’s exciting to see your vision come to life. But here's the thing. Just because a feature EXISTS, it doesn’t mean it adds value to EVERY single app or use case. It’s so easy to overcomplicate things. You pile on features that seem useful in the moment, but end up cluttering the app and distracting from its main purpose. And before you know it, you’ve invested weeks (or months), only to find that your users interact with maybe 20% of what you built. Here's how to avoid this mistake: #1 Start Simple - Every feature should solve a clear problem. Stick to the essentials. The extras can come later. #2. Focus on value - If it doesn’t drive immediate, tangible results, it’s just noise. Keep the app clean and efficient. #3. Involve your users - Get feedback early and often. Don’t wait until the end to ask for input — iterate as you go. Trust me, you don’t need a hundred features. You need the right ones. Simplify, prioritize, and build something people actually want to use. What lesson did you have to learn the hard way?

Ever wonder why an app is entangled? You're not alone Here's why? #1: Ignoring user feedback #2: Overcomplicating features #3: Underestimating the power of onboarding #4: Not designing for thumbs, in a mobile-first world #5: Losing sight of the loading times. Speed is a feature The lesson? Listen. Simplify. Guide. Adapt. Accelerate. Your app isn’t just a tool; it’s an experience. Craft it with care. Are you engaged in building software? I’d love to hear your thoughts or experiences in navigating these challenges.

Top Reasons Why Apps Fail Within the First Year 🚨 Did you know 80% of apps get abandoned after just one use? Many founders pour months, even years, into development, only to see their app falter soon after launch. Here’s what to watch out for: Lack of Market Research: Diving in without truly knowing your market leads to oversights. Validate your idea with real users and data. Poor User Onboarding: Users drop off when onboarding is clunky or confusing. Keep it simple, intuitive, and engaging. Feature Overload: Too many features overwhelm users. Focus on core functionality first—then build on that. Ignoring User Feedback: Continuous feedback is gold. Iterating on user insights doubles the likelihood of meeting their expectations. 💡 In YGlot: We’ve made user feedback a priority from day one, helping us avoid these pitfalls. Through real-world testing and iterations, we’re learning how to create an app that keeps users engaged and coming back. Remember, success is often about the basics done well. Avoid these common pitfalls, and your app stands a far better chance. Regardless of this, even after launch and thinking you know your users. Keep iterating. That aspect will never stop… ––– Master a language or help others learn through your stories—and earn—with the YGlot app: https://yglot.app