Dip is an event-sharing platform that helps coworkers build stronger connections by exploring local activities together with exclusive perks and incentives. Created during XHacks, a hackathon themed "Reimagining Human Connection in the Digital Age," this project addresses workplace isolation by making team bonding more accessible and engaging.
Weekly themes will suggest activities to users, creating anticipation and excitement within the community. Discounts and perks in that weeks themes can motivate users to participate in them.
Events will have their own page where users can see details, such as descriptions, participants, and a chat exclusive to that event.
Past event pages stores photos contributed by its participants. Users can look back on events and see uploaded photos.
The My Events page stores planned and completed events that users can refer to. Users can input their interests so that events can be recommended to them.
With 21 responses, we conducted a survey asking employees about their experiences, priorities, opinions, and motivations on current company bonding initiatives.
We analyzed platforms like Meetup and Eventbrite, which focus on public events rather than workplace bonding, Bonusly, which rewards peer recognition over participation, and Microsoft Viva Engage, which emphasizes digital interactions.
We were able to receive feedback and advice from a UX designer on our product including: consider integration into existing work ecosystems, people value their time, and marketing can have a role in this product.
