Ahmed Eid

Graphic Designer , Flutter developer & Leader

CEO NabdMasr

Best practices for successful prototypes

Seif Ayman

Front-End Developer, React & Next.js Enthusiast

CTO NabdMasr

Crafting Engaging User Interfaces with React

Getting started with Flowbite

First of all, you need to understand how Flowbite works. This library is not another framework. Rather, it is a set of components based on Tailwind CSS that you can just copy-paste from the documentation.

It also includes a JavaScript file that enables interactive components, such as modals, dropdowns, and datepickers which you can optionally include into your project via CDN or NPM.

Nabd Masr is a community initiative aimed at saving lives by creating a communication platform that connects blood donors with patients in need quickly and easily. Before thinking about the digital solution, we gathered ideas and sketched concepts on paper to ensure we provide the best user experience possible. The website features essential components for ease of use, such as donation buttons, navigation bars, data cards, and form elements. All of this is elegantly designed using the Tailwind CSS framework.

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Laying the groundwork for best design

Before going digital, you might benefit from scribbling down some ideas in a sketchbook. This way, you can think things through before committing to an actual design project.

Flowbite is just awesome. It contains tons of predesigned components and pages, perfect choice for your next SaaS application.

When does design come in handy?

While it might seem like extra work at first glance, here are some key moments in which prototyping will come in handy:

  • Usability testing: See how users interact with your design once it’s live.
  • Involving stakeholders: Get feedback from your team and clients.
  • Impressing a client: Show interactive prototypes to make your idea clear.
  • Communicating your vision: Bridge the gap between designers and developers.

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CountryDate & TimeAmount
United StatesApril 21, 2021$2,300
CanadaMay 31, 2021$300
United KingdomJune 3, 2021$2,500
AustraliaJune 23, 2021$3,543
GermanyJuly 6, 2021$99
FranceAugust 23, 2021$2,540

Best Practices for Designing Nabd Masr

Simplicity and Clarity. In the Nabd Masr website, it’s essential to keep the interface simple and clear for users. A clean design helps guide donors and volunteers effortlessly through the required actions, such as registering a donation or searching for donors.

Responsive Design. Considering the variety of devices used by donors, it’s crucial to ensure that the website works flawlessly on all screens, whether they are smartphones, tablets, or desktop monitors.

Dark Colors for Comfort. Using dark colors like gray and black with red accents not only gives a professional look but also makes text more readable, providing a comfortable user experience while maintaining a humanitarian feel.

Fast Communication. It’s essential to provide quick contact options for donors and volunteers, such as quick contact buttons or simple forms. The goal is to facilitate rapid access to help in an efficient way.

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