James Rhule
James Rhule
Managing Partner
(89)
4
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Bio

James Rhule is the founder and Chief Idea Officer of Project: Human City. He studied Urban and Regional Planning at Ryerson University. Wanting to make a greater impact for the underrepresented public, he designed an organization to meet the needs of all people living together, rather than following traditional means. James has worked for the City of Toronto for ten years. His professional interests include particle physics, algorithms and human interactions. When not designing impact initiatives for Project: Human City, James enjoys reading, writing, cooking and spending time with his three young nephews.

Companies
Categories
Mobile app development Information technology Artificial intelligence Databases Hardware

Socials

Achievements

Latest feedback

Recent projects

Project: Human City
Project: Human City
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Smart Relocation Strategy for Urban Growth

The project aims to develop a strategic plan for cities that incentivize new residents to relocate using Project: Human City's suite of apps—SpotStitch, CoQuest, Lotus Learning, and CityLayer. These apps are designed to enhance community and capacity building. The goal is to create a comprehensive relocation plan that leverages these digital tools to attract and integrate new residents effectively. The project will involve analyzing the functionalities of each app and determining how they can be utilized to support city growth and community engagement. The team will focus on creating a cohesive strategy that aligns with urban development goals and enhances the quality of life for new settlers. - Analyze the functionalities of SpotStitch, CoQuest, Lotus Learning, and CityLayer. - Develop a strategic plan for using these apps to attract new residents. - Align the relocation strategy with urban development and community engagement goals.

Matches 3
Category Product management + 1
Open
Project: Human City
Project: Human City
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

City Layer UI/UX Enhancement

Project: Human City is seeking to enhance the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of their app, City Layer. City Layer is a work management and service delivery interface designed for urban environments. The current interface needs improvements to better serve city administrators and service providers, making it more intuitive and efficient. The goal is to create a seamless, user-friendly experience that facilitates the management of city services and resources. This project will involve analyzing the existing UI/UX, identifying pain points, and implementing design improvements based on user feedback and best practices in UI/UX design. Key points: - Analyze the current City Layer app interface. - Identify areas for improvement in UI/UX. - Implement design changes to enhance usability. - Ensure the new design aligns with user needs and industry standards.

Matches 2
Category UI design + 2
Open
Project: Human City
Project: Human City
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Engineering Review of "The Arch Cradle I" 3D Printer

Project: Human City is seeking an engineering review of its experimental 3D printer, "The Arch Cradle I." The goal of this project is to assess the design, functionality, and performance of the printer to ensure it meets industry standards and user expectations. The printer is intended to revolutionize urban manufacturing by enabling rapid prototyping and production of complex structures. The review will focus on evaluating the printer's mechanical components, software integration, and overall usability. The team will identify potential areas for improvement and provide recommendations to enhance the printer's efficiency and reliability. This project offers learners the opportunity to apply their engineering knowledge in a practical setting, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world applications. - Assess the design and functionality of "The Arch Cradle I." - Evaluate the printer's mechanical components and software integration. - Identify potential areas for improvement. - Provide recommendations for enhancing efficiency and reliability.

Matches 1
Category Mechanical engineering + 2
Open
Project: Human City
Project: Human City
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Crowdsourced Financial Modeling for Community Projects

Project: Human City is seeking to develop a robust financial model that facilitates crowdsourced project financing and evaluates community assets for on-demand work. The goal is to create a system that empowers communities to fund and manage local projects through collective financial contributions. This project will explore innovative methods for assessing the value of community assets and determining the feasibility of crowdsourced initiatives. By leveraging classroom knowledge in finance, economics, and data analysis, learners will address the challenge of creating a sustainable and transparent financial model. The project will focus on developing a framework that can be easily understood and implemented by community members, ensuring accessibility and practicality. Key tasks include researching existing financial models, analyzing community asset valuation techniques, and designing a prototype model for crowdsourced financing.

Matches 0
Category Financial modeling + 3
Open