Edge Lanna Talks

Nov 06, 20242 min read

Demo - Time Traveler Summary

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Summary

Time Traveler is a simple web application that allows users to quickly convert between time zones for distributed teams. The speaker, addressing a common challenge of coordinating across time zones, developed this tool in a single day as a side project to solve their own problem.

The core concept is straightforward - users can enter a time and see the equivalent times for their team members in different zones. The interface is designed to be intuitive with no explanation needed, adhering to good UX principles. Users can swap time zones with a single click.

While not a groundbreaking technical innovation, Time Traveler demonstrates rapid prototyping and practical problem-solving for a real-world remote work scenario. The speaker considers it their first successfully completed project at Edge City Lanna and plans to share a larger endeavor the following week.

Key Takeaways

  • Time Traveler is a simple web app for quickly converting times across zones for distributed teams
  • Developed in a single day using rapid prototyping to solve a real problem the creator faced
  • Emphasizes intuitive user experience with no explanation required
  • Demonstrates practical problem-solving and swift execution for remote work challenges
  • Serves as a stepping stone for the creator to pursue more ambitious projects at Edge City Lanna

Speakers

  • Speaker A
  • Role/Affiliation: Participant at Edge City Lanna
  • Demonstrated expertise: Rapid prototyping, web development, user experience design
  • Key contributions: Developed the Time Traveler application to address time zone coordination challenges for their remote team