2024
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Background
Betes is a mobile app designed for people living with diabetes, with the goal of simplifying disease management through a clear, user-friendly interface. Diabetes requires constant monitoring and decision-making around blood glucose levels, carbohydrate intake, and insulin dosage. Betes aims to centralize those tasks in one place, empowering users to take control of their condition with confidence.
Core problem
Managing diabetes can be overwhelming, especially for newly diagnosed users. Existing tools often feel too clinical, complex, or disconnected from users' daily routines. People need to track their glucose levels and food intake regularly, but manual data entry can be tedious, and calculating insulin doses adds cognitive load. There was a clear need for a solution that streamlined these tasks while remaining accurate, supportive, and easy to use.
The solution
I designed Betes with a focus on simplicity, clarity, and functionality. The app allows users to log their blood glucose values and carbohydrate intake with just a few taps. A core feature is the Insulin Bolus Calculator, which helps determine the appropriate insulin dose based on real-time inputs. The interface prioritizes accessibility, with clean layouts, high contrast for readability, and intuitive flows for entering and reviewing health data. I also explored ways to reduce friction in repetitive tasks, offering suggestions and smart defaults based on past data.
Results and Impact
Although Betes is a conceptual case study and not intended for market release, it was designed to address real challenges faced by people living with diabetes. The project allowed me to explore how design can simplify complex health-related tasks and support users in making better daily decisions. This case study showcases my ability to research a problem space, define user needs, and translate them into clear, accessible, and functional product design—particularly within sensitive areas like health and well-being.