QatarQick

Revolutionizing fan engagement in a vibrant football landscape.

Services Used

Product & Service Design, Application Development, Quality Assurance & Testing, Infrastructure Advisory, Maintenance & Support

Industry

Sports and Lifestyle

[ ABOUT THE CLIENT ]

Customer

The customer for this project is a prominent national organization in Qatar responsible for managing various local football clubs and associations. As part of their preparations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, they aimed to create a dedicated mobile application to enhance fan engagement and experience. To achieve this, they turned to QatSol for their expertise in developing a solution that would meet their needs.

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Challenge

The Football Association aimed to build a robust digital platform to engage a rapidly growing fan community, particularly in light of hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The goal was to create an interactive and comprehensive app that could serve as a central hub for football fans, allowing them to connect with their favorite teams, stay informed, and participate in Qatar’s vibrant football culture.

[ Team ]

A dedicated squad of 14 QatSol experts drove QatarQick from concept to reality

1

Project Manager

Orchestrated timelines, budgets, and client communications

1

Business Analyst

Defined requirements and ensured alignment with fan expectations

2

Frontend Developers

Implemented responsive designs using React Native and Angular

4

Backend Developers

Built scalable APIs with Node.js, Express.js, and GraphQL

2

QA Engineers

Conducted rigorous testing to guarantee app functionality and security

2

DevOps Engineers

Managed robust infrastructure on AWS with Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins

2

UX/UI Designers

Crafted intuitive interfaces for seamless fan interaction

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Industry-leading tech stack

With over 500 developers, expert engineers, and cutting-edge tools, QatSol is fully equipped to help you design scalable architectures, implement robust development pipelines, create custom automation solutions, and achieve your technology goals.

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Angular

Python

PHP

Next.js

Laravel

PostgreSQL

Redis

Google Cloud BigTable

Web3.js

Chainlink

Microsoft Bot Framework

[ QatarQick ]

Solution

QatSol developed a state-of-the-art mobile and web application dedicated to football fans in Qatar. Leveraging advanced technologies and a user-centric design approach, the app was designed to foster deeper connections between fans and teams, enhance community building, and provide seamless access to football-related content and services.

[ HOW WE DEVELOP ]

Process

01

Discovery and Planning

QatarQick began with thorough consultations with football clubs and associations to create a cutting-edge digital platform for football fans ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Our aim was to unite fans with their favorite teams and immerse them in lively football culture.

02

Technology Selection

We carefully chose React Native and Angular for versatile mobile and web development. Node.js and Express.js provided a robust backend, ensuring real-time updates. MongoDB and Redis managed data efficiently, even during peak usage. AWS and Jenkins supported scalable infrastructure and streamlined development.

03

Design and Development

Our focus on user experience led to intuitive interfaces that simplified navigation. Agile methods enabled seamless integration of QatarQick’s features, ensuring high standards across personalized messages, live broadcasts, and more.

04

QA

Quality assurance was pivotal throughout QatarQick’s development. Rigorous testing guaranteed stability, security, and performance. Automated tools and manual checks maintained a reliable user experience and safeguarded data.

05

Advanced Functionality Integration

QatarQick seamlessly integrated advanced features to boost fan engagement. Automated ticket and merchandise sales streamlined transactions, while robust security measures protected user data. AR technology enhanced stadium experiences with immersive navigation and real-time updates.

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Deployment and Support

After extensive testing, QatarQick launched on AWS for scalability and reliability. Continuous support and updates ensure optimal perf

[a comprehensive sports app]

Features

Closer Communication between Football Teams and Fans

Newsletters and Broadcasts: Teams can share behind-the-scenes content, training updates, newsletters, and broadcast messages about merchandise sales and special events.
Player Messages: Personalized messages from players to the fans.

Community Building among Fans

Topic-Specific Chats: Fans can discuss current trends, game strategies, and player performances.
Reactions and Emojis: Team-specific stickers in chats for a personalized fan experience.
Polls: Gather fan feedback through interactive polls.

User Engagement through Gaming

Contests and Challenges: Fans can challenge each other and enjoy soccer-themed gaming contests.
Mini-Games: Increase user engagement with fun, soccer-related games.

Ticket and Merchandise Sales

In-App Purchases: Fans can buy tickets, merchandise, and other goods directly within the app.
QR Codes: Tickets stored as QR codes for easy stadium entry.

Ticket Exchange

Community Marketplace: Allows fans to exchange, sell, or buy tickets within the community.

Loyalty Program

Reward Points: Fans accumulate points for their engagement and support, redeemable for rewards like team shirts, VIP tickets, and more.

Team Statistics and Information

Comprehensive Stats: Detailed statistics on teams, match histories, player performances, and league standings.

TV and Live Streams

Interactive Broadcasts: Real-time engagement through interactive chats, mini-games, and polls during live broadcasts of training sessions and interviews.