2023 • Solo Developer & Designer

GoCampus

Campus life, digitized.

5,000+

users

1,000

DAU

1.3M

MAD

#4

Morocco

Overview

GoCampus is a comprehensive mobile application that revolutionized how students at Al Akhawayn University navigate campus life. From class schedules to campus maps, dining menus to event calendars, everything a student needs is now in their pocket.

The Problem

Navigating university life as a new student was unnecessarily complicated. Class locations were scattered across a sprawling campus, schedules changed frequently, and essential information was fragmented across multiple platforms. Students wasted time and energy on logistics instead of learning.

Tech Stack

React NativeTypeScriptNode.js

The Approach

1

User Research

Conducted surveys with 200+ students to identify pain points. The top issues were: finding classrooms, tracking schedule changes, and accessing dining information.

2

Mobile-First Design

Built with React Native for cross-platform deployment. Implemented offline-first architecture so the app works even in areas with poor connectivity.

3

Real-Time Sync

Integrated with university systems for live schedule updates. Push notifications alert students to room changes or cancellations.

4

Interactive Maps

Custom SVG-based campus maps with indoor navigation. Turn-by-turn directions to any classroom or facility.

Challenges

Data Integration

University systems used legacy APIs with inconsistent data formats. Built a robust data pipeline to normalize and cache information.

Scale

Launch day saw 2,000 concurrent users. Had to quickly optimize database queries and implement aggressive caching.

Outcomes

  • Reached #4 in Morocco App Store (Education category)
  • 5,000+ downloads in first semester
  • 1,000 daily active users
  • Generated 1.3M MAD in university partnership value
  • Reduced "lost student" incidents by estimated 60%

Role

Solo Developer & Designer

Duration

4 months

Year

2023

Stack

3 technologies