Project Overview

Project Name: HeyChat - Real-Time Social Viewing Platform

Timeline: 2024 (Active Development)

Client: Independent Product Development

Role: Lead Digital Product Strategist & Full-Stack Developer

Live site: hey-chat.io

Transform passive media consumption into an interactive, community-driven experience by creating a real-time chat platform that enables viewers to engage with TV shows and podcasts through show-specific discussion rooms.

The platform addresses the growing demand for social viewing experiences, bridging the gap between traditional broadcast media and modern social interaction patterns. HeyChat serves as a digital companion that enhances viewer engagement while building communities around shared media interests.

Scope of Work

As the lead digital product strategist, I was responsible for the complete product lifecycle from concept to deployment, including:

Strategic Planning & Architecture

• Market analysis and competitive positioning for social viewing platforms
• Technical architecture design for real-time chat infrastructure
• User experience strategy for show-specific community engagement
• Scalability planning for multi-show support and concurrent users

Product Development & Implementation

• Full-stack development using modern web technologies
• Real-time chat system with show-specific room management
• User authentication and profile management systems