EduKATE Project - Sprint 2: Interactive Features Enhancement

Sprint 2 Goals

In this sprint, our objective is to enhance the interactivity and functionality of the picture block programming system, delivering a smoother, more intuitive, and enjoyable user experience.

Goals List

1. Improve Block Interaction Experience

• Optimize block dragging for better responsiveness (minimal lag, smooth motion)
• Ensure intuitive snapping and connection behaviors (clear visual feedback, precise alignment)

2. Refine Execution Logic

• Implement "Start Virtual" and "Start Physical" blocks for environment-specific execution
• Ensure only relevant blocks run based on the selected environment (virtual/physical)
• Provide system feedback (e.g., warnings) when incompatible blocks are used

3. Enhance Repeat Block Functionality

• Implement the basic shape of the repeat block.​
• Allow other blocks to be embedded within the repeat block.​
• Record the information of the blocks that are embedded in the repeat block.

4. User Interface Improvement

• Modernize the layout and visual design (colors, block shapes, spacing)
• Ensure consistency across all UI components (buttons, panels, tooltips)

📌 Task Allocation

Task	Description	Assignees
Drag Interaction	Optimize block dragging responsiveness	1 Members
Block Connection	Improve snapping and linking behavior	1 Members
Execution Logic	Implement environment-based code execution	1 Members
Repeat Block Features	Implement the prototype of the repeat block	2 Members
UI Enhancement	Improve visual design and consistency	1 Members

Deliverables

• Smoother block interactions (dragging, snapping, and linking)
• Functional environment-specific execution ("Start Virtual" / "Start Physical" blocks)
• Advanced Repeat blocks with token control, nesting, and progress visuals
• Polished UI with modern styling and consistent elements

Version Control & Code Review

Branching Strategy: All development under feature/sprint-2
Merge Strategy: Merge into main after testing and approval

Timeline

Week	Task	Milestones
Week 1	Block dragging/snapping, UI polish	Basic interactivity improved; UI visuals updated
Week 2	Execution logic, basic Repeat block shape	Environment execution working; loop logic functional
Week 3	embedding function, recording function, stop feature, QA	Full repeat functionality; system stable for release

📢 By the end of Sprint 2, users will enjoy a smoother, more engaging programming experience with clear interactions, environment-adaptive execution, and powerful repeat logic tools!