Enhancing Search Functionality

Requirements Clarification & Assessment

1. Understanding the Objective:

   • The goal is to enhance the search feature within the Facebook app specifically for users seeking activities in San Francisco.
   • Focus on improving the relevance and user satisfaction with search results.

2. Current Search Functionality:

   • Investigate the existing search algorithm and its performance metrics.
   • Determine if there is historical data on user interactions with search results.
   • Clarify if there are any existing issues or user complaints with the current search functionality.

3. User Demographics and Behavior:

   • Identify the target user demographic for the search feature.
   • Understand common search queries and user intent when searching for activities in San Francisco.

4. Technical Constraints:

   • Assess any technical limitations or constraints of the current system.
   • Determine if there are plans for A/B testing or other experimental evaluations.

5. Success Metrics:

   • Define what constitutes a successful search experience (e.g., relevance, speed, user engagement).
   • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) such as click-through rate (CTR), average response time, and user feedback.