Choose Defaults Wisely
o This was done effectively, I was able to learn what areas in Vancouver have the highest crime rate since 2003 to present without having to change any of the defaults.
Less is More
o This principle was applied well by having only two main visualizations the user was able to focus on. Additionally, all the toggles and drop downs were appropriate for answering more specific research questions so none seemed unnecessary.
Add a narrative and signposts
o This was included which was good because it helped explain the crime index bar, which was a good addition since its function wasn’t clear at first. However, part of the text was hidden so not all the details were readable. An improvement would be to make more space for the narrative and signposts in a separate part of the app so they are obvious as soon as the app is loaded.
Allow users to filter data
o This was applied very well, by allowing users to select specific crimes and specific neighborhoods more specific question could be answered. In particular I liked the added crime index bar, which allowed difference between certain neighborhoods to be highlighted better based on the adjustments made.
Over all the app was well done. It answered a specific research question and had thoughtful filters to allow a more detailed exploration. Some small improvements could be made, including fixing the text so it is readable when the app is opened, and formatting the Crime index slider so that it is not spread between the blue tile and white surface at the bottom of the app.
Peer Review:
Over all the app was well done. It answered a specific research question and had thoughtful filters to allow a more detailed exploration. Some small improvements could be made, including fixing the text so it is readable when the app is opened, and formatting the Crime index slider so that it is not spread between the blue tile and white surface at the bottom of the app.