Turning Quantum Complexity into a Simple, Seamless Experience
A privacy-first onboarding app that makes connecting the Quokka quantum device effortless and classroom-ready
- EdTech
- Product discovery & requirements gathering
- UX/UI design for mobile onboarding flows
- Client
- Quokka
- Industry
- EdTech
- Services
- Product discovery & requirements gathering
- UX/UI design for mobile onboarding flows
- Android mobile app development (future iOS support)
- Hardware integration for Quokka device setup
- Wi-Fi network discovery & configuration implementation
- Privacy & security by design (no data collection)
- Offline-friendly setup process
- QA, field testing, and user acceptance testing
- Deployment to Google Play Store
- Post-launch support and roadmap planning
About the Client
Eigensystems Pty Ltd, a spin-out from the University of Technology Sydney, developed Quokka, a palm-sized, 30-qubit quantum computer emulator aimed at quantum education and literacy. The device is designed to feel like a real quantum computer and supports learners, educators, and hobbyists exploring quantum programming in a hands-on way.
To make this device accessible and functional, Eigensystems needed a mobile application to onboard and manage Quokka units. This was integral to their vision of democratising quantum computing.
The Challenge
Eigensystems needed a reliable, simple, and secure mobile experience to help users:
- Connect their Quokka Puck or collectible device to a local Wi-Fi network.
- Manage device accessibility, whether local network only or remotely via the internet.
- Do all of this with zero data sharing and zero data collection, ensuring user privacy and trust
Because the app supports educational environments (and connects to a novel hardware emulator), usability, stability, and clarity were critical. The app also needed to align with forward-looking hardware updates and platform expansion (e.g., iOS support soon).
The Solution
We delivered a polished mobile solution through a comprehensive, agile-led delivery lifecycle:
Discovery & Product Strategy
- Collaborated with Eigensystems to understand onboarding workflows, hardware connectivity, and branding expectations.
- Defined clear goals: quick Wi-Fi setup, secure device access control, and privacy by default.
UX/UI Design
- Created an intuitive interface with step-by-step guidance, perfect even for non-technical users in education.
- Designed to feel like pairing a smart device, reinforcing Quokka's approachable, playful brand identity
Mobile App Development
- Built the app for Android (initially), with a lean, maintainable codebase.
- Implemented features such as:
- Wi-Fi network discovery and selection.
- Connectivity setup for local vs. internet access.
- Secure device management flows.
- Ensured future-proofing for iOS adaptation
Privacy & Security by Design
- No data collection or sharing was implemented, aligned with Quokka’s privacy-first ethos
QA & Testing
- Conducted usability testing with real users setting up devices in classroom-like scenarios.
- Validated Wi-Fi onboarding reliability, accessibility toggles, and onboarding flows under varied conditions.
Launch & Production Support
- Successfully launched the Android app in Google Play (initial release on Sept 3 to 4, 2024) with minimal friction
- Provided ongoing support for bug fixes, user feedback, and incremental improvements.
- Facilitated roadmap planning for upcoming iOS version.
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The Results
The Quokka On-Boarding App is now live and operational, delivering:
- Seamless onboarding: Users can quickly connect Quokka devices to Wi-Fi and control accessibility.
- Product extensibility: A stable foundation for future iOS rollout and evolving hardware features.
- Aligned with brand purpose: The app complements Quokka’s mission to make quantum accessible and engaging.
Why it worked
We turn complexity into clarity
We distilled device onboarding and network configurations into a clean, guided setup, making quantum tech feel like a friendly gadget.
We’re not just builders, we’re product thinkers
We balanced usability, brand identity, and technical constraints to deliver a delightful onboarding experience.
We plan with purpose, act with intent
Each screen, flow, and copy was intentional, crafted to support education-first adoption and future coherence.
We care deeply
We understood Quokka’s role in pioneering quantum literacy and treated this project not as just a deliverable, but as a mission-aligned contribution.
We integrate, not just collaborate
We worked closely with Eigensystems’ hardware, brand, and education teams to ensure a unified ecosystem experience.
Key Stats
- Platform
- Android
- Release Date
- Initial version published Sept 3 to 4, 2024
- Privacy
- Zero data collection, zero sharing
- Core Functionality
- Wi-Fi onboarding, device management, connectivity toggles
- Use Case
- Managing Quokka Puck and collectibles, enabling classroom and remote usage
- Time to Launch
- Delivered within a concise, agile cycle from discovery to production
