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CSW GPA Calculator – iOS App

2024
Mobile Application
maintenance

🎯 Impact: Maintains 5-star rating, recognized by students for academic planning

Overview

The CSW GPA Calculator is a specialized iOS application developed specifically for students at Charter School of Wilmington, addressing the unique challenge of calculating GPAs under the school's distinctive grading policies and course weighting system. Unlike generic GPA calculators, this app implements the exact algorithms and considerations used by the school's academic system.

The project involved extensive research into the school's grading methodology, close collaboration with students and academic advisors, and multiple iterations based on real-world usage feedback. The app has maintained a perfect 5-star rating on the App Store and has become an essential tool for students planning their academic trajectory.

Technologies Used

iOSSwiftApp StoreMobile DevelopmentUI/UX DesignCore Data

Key Features

Custom GPA calculation for Charter School of Wilmington
Support for weighted and unweighted GPA calculations
Grade point entry and management system
Academic planning and projection tools
Clean, student-friendly interface
Data persistence and backup
Course categorization and organization
GPA tracking over multiple semesters

Challenges & Solutions

Implementing school-specific grading algorithm accurately
Creating intuitive mobile interface for complex calculations
App Store review and approval process
Handling edge cases in grading scenarios
Maintaining compatibility across iOS versions

Key Learnings

iOS app development and Swift programming
App Store submission and review process
Mobile UI/UX design principles
User feedback integration and app iteration
Mobile data management and Core Data implementation