Prongo.com & Family of Websites + IOS Mobile App

• Platform: Prongo.com
• Family: KidsPlayPark.com, Mathtwo.com, DinoDraw.com, PetCheers.com,
• Industry:  Education & Entertainment
• Role: Founder, UX/UI Designer, Developer
• Objective: To create an interactive and educational platform for children, leveraging innovative design and technology.

As the founder and designer of Prongo.com, I initiated the creation of an educational and entertaining platform for children, merging my passions for art, design, and technology. Launched on February 15, 1999, Prongo.com became a pioneer in its field, drawing millions of visitors monthly and offering a variety of educational games and content tailored for young audiences.

• Engagement: Develop interactive games that are both fun and educational.
• Accessibility: Create a user-friendly platform accessible to children of all ages.
• Scalability: Build a robust infrastructure to handle high traffic volumes.
• Revenue Generation: Monetize the platform effectively through advertising partnerships and innovative ad placements.
• Innovation: Stay ahead of technology trends by integrating cutting-edge features, from Flash-based games to modern HTML5 and iOS apps.

• Game Design & Development: Designed and developed over 300 educational games using a variety of tools, including Construct 3, HTML5, and 2D/3D animations.
• Platform Management: Optimized the website for high traffic, achieving a peak Alexa ranking of 4,000 globally.
• Ad Integration: Partnered with leading advertising networks like Burst Media and Adsense to monetize effectively.
• UX/UI Leadership: Delivered intuitive interfaces that resonated with children and parents, ensuring ease of navigation and engagement.
• Technology Adoption: Transitioned from Flash to newer technologies like Construct 3, maintaining platform relevance and compatibility.

1. • Research & Ideation:
     • Conducted market research to identify gaps in educational platforms for children.
     • Created personas for the target audience, focusing on age-appropriate content.
   • Prototyping & Development:
     • Designed interactive prototypes using Figma and Construct 3.
     • Developed a scalable backend infrastructure to handle millions of monthly users.
   • Implementation:
     • Launched educational games, quizzes, and interactive content.
     • Designed and developed iOS apps to expand platform accessibility.
   • Feedback & Iteration:
     • Conducted usability testing with children and parents to refine game mechanics and interfaces.

• Technical Challenges:
  Overcame issues like high traffic demands and server optimizations by transitioning to dedicated servers and optimizing code.
• Technology Evolution:
  Transitioned from Adobe Flash to HTML5 and Construct 3, ensuring the longevity and compatibility of games and applications.

• Traffic & Reach: Achieved over 10 million monthly page views, ranking in the top 100,000 websites globally for nearly two decades.
• Engagement: Retained a loyal user base through interactive content, with significant repeat visits and long session durations.
• Monetization Success: Earned substantial ad revenue through strategic ad placements and partnerships.
• Educational Impact: Delivered valuable educational experiences to children, combining learning with fun.
• Recognition: Established Prongo.com as a leading children’s educational website globally.

Prongo.com exemplifies my ability to ideate, design, and scale digital platforms that engage users while meeting business objectives. This ongoing project continues to serve as a sandbox for exploring emerging technologies and design methodologies, reflecting my commitment to lifelong learning and innovation.

Building and evolving Prongo.com has been a cornerstone of my professional career. The project has honed my expertise in user-centered design, scalable development, and creative problem-solving, shaping me into a versatile UX/UI designer ready to tackle any challenge.