Duolingo, Redesign Case Study

Why Duolingo?

Duolingo has revolutionized the way people learn languages by combining the principles of gamified learning with practical, everyday language use. As the most downloaded education app globally, with over 500 million downloads, Duolingo offers a flexible, engaging, and free platform for language enthusiasts to develop their skills anytime, anywhere.

Duolingo's Dialogue:

Interactive dialogue is crucial for language learners, especially those without access to native speakers. Duolingo's new feature fills this conversational practice gap.

Double Diamond,

A focused design process for creative and precise solutions.💎

Interactive dialogue is crucial for language learners, especially those without access to native spe

Evaluation Feature:

Duolingo's robust language lessons are enhanced by the need for real conversation practice and listening to diverse native speakers, necessitating innovative evaluation features.

Evaluation Feature:  Duolingo's robust language lessons are enhanced by the need for real conversati

Crafting Personas

To develop well-rounded user personas, I analyzed two key segments: Duolingo's diverse audience and the various gamification personality types. This dual approach ensured the personas accurately reflected the users' language learning experiences and engagement styles.

To develop well-rounded user personas, I analyzed two key segments: Duolingo's diverse audience and
To develop well-rounded user personas, I analyzed two key segments: Duolingo's diverse audience and
To develop well-rounded user personas, I analyzed two key segments: Duolingo's diverse audience and
Customer journey

Dialogue Quest

In the Dialogue Quest, you'll speak and record a provided sentence. Similar to other Duolingo exercises, the app evaluates your pronunciation. This initiates the game, where you'll then listen to your partner's response and reply correctly. If you respond incorrectly, the app will provide the correct answer for both participants. This interactive method not only enhances your speaking skills but also exposes you to various accents, improving your listening abilities

user flow

Wireframes,

Using wireframes, I ensured a thorough and efficient design, focusing on every detail for a smooth user experience.

Design system:

Duolingo's distinct branding and personality have resonated with users for years. In honoring this legacy, I've maintained Duolingo's standard typography while introducing a palette of universal and deep colors, aiming to foster global communication and inclusivity.

design system, typography: Feather Bold, DIN nex rounded,color palet global communication and inclus

User Interface

In the UI design, I harmonized elements that echo the app's style with a novel, interactive flair. The UX narrative and layout are devised to inspire players, regardless of the outcome. To cultivate competitiveness, I introduced an exclusive status emblem on the leaderboard, redesigned to highlight each player's journey and triumphs

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