Step 1
Problem framing & research
Explored how graduates track job applications, identifying gaps in organisation, visibility and follow-up consistency.
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Trackd - A modern solution to managing your job applications.
Project
Trackd
Role
Lead Designer & Developer
Date
2025
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Trackd
Role
Lead Designer & Developer
Date
2025
The Challenge
Job seekers often manage applications across multiple platforms which leads to disorganisation, missed follow-ups and a lack of visibility over progress. Many rely on notes apps or spreadsheets that are difficult to maintain and quickly become outdated. Existing tools are either too basic to be useful or overly complex which creates friction in what is already a stressful process.
The Process
I approached Trackd as both a product design challenge and a workflow problem. The process started with mapping the emotional highs and lows of applying for jobs, then translating those insights into a simpler system that reduced admin, surfaced next steps, and made progress feel visible.
From early audits and competitor reviews, I identified the recurring pain points: fragmented information, poor follow-up habits, and uncertainty around what to do next. I used that to shape key flows around adding applications, tracking movement through stages, and prompting timely action. As the design developed, I refined the interface around clarity, lightweight navigation, and reassuring feedback so the product felt calm rather than overwhelming.
Step 2
Competitor review
Assessed current tools to understand where they felt too basic, too complex, or emotionally unsupportive.
Step 3
User flow definition
Mapped the core journey from application entry through to status tracking, notifications and outcomes.
Step 4
Information architecture
Designed and refined a clean, responsive UI prioritising clarity, speed and low cognitive load across devices.
Step 5
Interface design & iteration
Refined hierarchy, states, and navigation to make the experience feel immediate, calm, and easy to maintain.
Step 6
Frontend development
Built the application using modern web technologies such as Next.js with Typescript, this allowed for implementing forms, dynamic dashboards and responsive layouts.
Step 7
Backend & data integration
Integrated Supabase for authentication and data storage, enabling secure user-specific application tracking.
Step 8
Testing & launch
Tested across devices and browsers, resolved edge cases (including authentication handling), and deployed the live product.
The Solution
Trackd is a streamlined web application designed to bring clarity to the job search. It allows users to manage applications in one place, track status changes, store key information and receive timely follow-up reminders - all within a clean and intuitive interface. Additional features such as a built-in CV builder support users throughout the entire application journey.
Visual Design
The Outcome
The result is a focused and user-friendly product that simplifies how people manage their job search. Trackd reduces friction, improves organisation and helps users stay consistent and proactive - giving them greater confidence and control throughout the process.
"Trackd has been a game-changer for me. It’s so much easier to keep track of all my applications and deadlines in one place. The follow-up reminders have helped me stay on top of things and I feel much more organised and confident in my job search."
Aaron, User of Trackd