LigTaas! is a typhoon prep app concept that helps citizens copy before, during, or after typhoons—given how prevalent it is in the Philippines. LigTaas is a play on a combination of Filipino words “Ligtas (Free from danger)” and “Taas (Above)”. The app’s main features include a map/locator for key points/places, a news tab that collates news/reports from legitimate sources, and a supplies locater/purchasing feature among others. Complementary mobile responsive websites were also rendered to go with the app.

The goal was to create an app that includes a map/locator for key points/places (using GPS), a news tab that collates news/reports from legitimate sources, and a supplies locater/purchasing feature among others. Othe features include FAQs during typhoons, a “I am safe” button, as well as integration of help to those victimized by typhoons. There was a need for the app given how there is no exclusive app for disaster-preparedness/coping in the country as well.

Usability testing was also conducted during various phases of the development of the app to further enhance the website and fit user needs. This app and website concept were rendered as part of my Google UX Certificate Course (Coursera) requirements.