Android & iOS App Development for Prometheus MOOC Platform
Services Covered:

Industry
Education
Duration
10 months
Budget
Less than 10K
Start Date
1 March 2017
Team Size
1-5
Engagement Model
Onshore
Project Capability Score (PCS)
72/100
Good
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Client
Prometheus
Project Summary
Uptech developed Android and iOS apps for the Prometheus MOOC platform using provided prototypes and technical specifications, re-coding video playback so apps could stream videos from Prometheus servers. The apps went live in summer 2017, increasing the platform’s audience and receiving positive student feedback. Uptech delivered a stable solution suitable for Prometheus’ large user base.
Key Challenges
- Launch Android and iOS apps for an Open edX–based platform
- Provide features including streaming video, offline downloads, quizzes, announcements, and closed captions
Project Deliverables
- Android app
- iOS app
- Re-coded video playback functionality to stream from client servers
- Server integration to support video streaming and app communication
Project Solution
Uptech took the provided Android and iOS prototypes (updated for the latest Open edX version), reconfigured servers for app communication, and implemented the remaining technology per technical specifications. They re‑coded the video playback functionality to stream course videos directly from Prometheus’ servers and improved the prototypes to produce stable, scalable mobile apps for a large student audience.
Project Outcome
- Mobile apps went live in summer 2017 and increased the platform’s audience
- Positive feedback from students and new agreements enabled by the apps
- The vendor delivered work faster than expected and provided a stable solution for a large user base
Platforms
Mobile
Tech Stack
Android
iOS
Client Endorsement
Overall Review Rating
5
5 out of 5 stars
Timeliness
Cost Rating
Willing to Refer
Quality of Deliverables
“The app has received positive feedback since its launch and generated an increase in users. Uptech improved upon the existing products and delivered a solution that was stable and suitable for an audience of over 500,000 users. They are unafraid to question requests and offer better solutions.”
Note: This endorsement is based on publicly available client feedback from external review sources.
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