Welcome to your interview.
The question is on your right: Design a New Feature for a Live Streaming Platform. Take a moment with it first.
Talk your thinking through with me if you like - when you're confident, submit your answer and I'll grade it like a real screen (7/10 or better passes). Discussion and graded submissions share your five interviewer interactions, so spend them well.
StreamLive is a rapidly growing live streaming platform with over 10 million monthly active users. It focuses on user-generated content and live events, competing against established players like Twitch and YouTube Live. StreamLive has successfully built a community around gaming and entertainment but seeks to improve user engagement and retention, particularly during live events.
User engagement during live events has plateaued, with average viewer retention dropping from 60% to 45% over the past six months. Data indicates that users prefer interactive experiences, but the current platform lacks features that facilitate real-time interaction. A recent survey showed that 70% of users would engage more if there were ways to interact with streamers and other viewers during broadcasts.