Joe Kotlan
jdkotlan@uwm.edu
Bio
I’m Joe Kotlan, a 21 year old graphics dude & web junkie residing in Milwaukee, WI with a passion for perfection. I was recently hired at The App Brewery as a UX Designer but I’m always looking for more to do. I found an interest in web design early in college and decided to pursue it further by learning a handful of coding languages including Javascript, query, php, and mySQL. Taking that knowledge I have created a handful of websites that have not only taught me more about design and development but also opened my eyes to how much is out there. Mobile apps are my newest venture as I have started leaning more towards screen design as compared to print. Working at the App Brewery has definitely helped me find who I really want to become in terms of a designer. I’m what some call a perfectionist in terms of getting work done, always making sure that everything is finished on time and to my standards. When I’m not busy creating on my MacBook you’ll probably find me out long boarding, cliff jumping, skiing, or doing something else that involves at least a hint of risk. I’m also guilty for being a Marvel fanatic but come on who doesn’t love superheroes?
High School
Sussex Hamilton
Mr. Schlueter
Design Team
Garrett Key
Marketing Specialist
Description
How can we create an easier way for college students to buy and sell items within a safe, secure community? I really focused in on the sustainable communities section of the energy category and decided to take that a bit past what might be thought of at first. I though why not think of a sustainable community in a different place such as on the internet? I have a solid amount of experience of developing for web and feel that the more I incorporate those skills into this project, the better chance I have foe success. So I landed on the idea of creating essentially a UW-Miilwaukee exclusive Craigslist. There are several Facebook pages such as UWM Textbook Exchange, UW-Milwaukee Craigslist, and UW-Milwaukee Missed Connections that are very active, filled with new posts everyday and a healthy amount of members. I created a marketplace for cars, textbooks, housing, tech toys and accessories, furniture, and even missed connections. The kicker? You have to have a @uwm.edu email address to join.
Mission
To become the recognized leader at UW-Milwaukee as a platform where people can place high impact classified ads.
Vision
We intend to provide our customers with the best online shopping experience from beginning to end, with a smart searchable website, easy-to-follow instructions, and a clear and secure payment method.
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