• Industry Scan: We reviewed how leading apps handle large volumes of unstructured text and identified gaps in SMS parsing and organization.
• Resource Constraints: With a small Hyderabad-based team in 2017, we worked in proof-of-concept mode—iterating quickly on research inputs.
• Technology Exploration: We evaluated natural language processing (NLP) libraries and frameworks best suited for parsing diverse SMS formats.

1. NLP-Powered Parsing

• Build a lightweight Android app that extracts key data—dates, amounts, sender names—from raw SMS text.

2. User-Centered Features

• Prioritize a clear home screen, simple onboarding, and powerful search/filter tools to help users find their messages in seconds.

3. Iterative Development

• Release early prototypes, gather feedback from real users, then refine both design and functionality in rapid cycles.

• Home Screen
  We crafted a dashboard that groups messages into categories like “Upcoming,” “Finance,” “Inbox,” and Channels.” A clean layout and clear icons guide users to the information they need at a glance.

• Onboarding
  A three-step flow—account setup, phone-number verification, and permission granting—welcomes users swiftly and without friction.

• Intuitive Search & Filtering
  We implemented full-text search and date-range filters so users can pinpoint past bills, upcoming travel alerts, or specific senders in their message history.

• User Testing Is Essential
  Early and frequent testing reveals usability issues before they become costly mistakes.
• Internal Feedback Fuels Growth
  Regular design critiques and collaborative reviews strengthened both the UI and underlying features.
• Design–Dev Collaboration
  mbedding designers into front-end development cycles ensured that the final product matched our original vision and technical goals.

Mho & MessAI transformed cluttered SMS inboxes into organized, searchable archives. By combining NLP technology with user-focused design and an agile, feedback-driven process, we delivered an Android app that makes critical information instantly accessible—simplifying life for thousands of users and laying the groundwork for future AI-powered messaging solutions.