Forward Networks Quest

Interactive learning platform that gamifies enterprise network security education

Working with Celia as our Bubble.io developer was a seamless and productive experience, with excellent communication and teamwork throughout.

Overview

Forward Networks, a leading enterprise network security platform, needed an innovative way to educate potential clients about their complex networking solutions. They required an interactive quest system where users could experience their platform’s capabilities through hands-on challenges while learning core concepts in a gamified environment.

The initial version successfully launched at RSAC 2024 in San Francisco, housed in a custom retro gaming booth that drew significant attention. Following positive reception, the community team requested an enhanced version with authentication integration, competitive elements, and a complete design overhaul to boost ongoing community engagement and education.

Timeline:

1 month MVP development

Role:

Developer · Product strategist

Categories:

Marketing

Built with:

Bubble

Bubble.io development with enterprise integrations Built the entire interactive quest platform using Bubble.io's visual development environment, implementing complex database structures to handle multiple challenge types, user progress tracking, and dynamic hint systems that adapt based on user performance.
Secure authentication with Auth0 and Okta Integrated enterprise-grade authentication systems to ensure secure access for Forward Networks' community members, implementing proper security protocols and seamless single sign-on experiences for corporate users.
Real-time leaderboards and gamification Developed a competitive scoring system with live leaderboards, achievement badges, and timed challenges that create urgency and encourage repeated engagement within the Forward Networks community ecosystem.

Impact & Results

Launched enterprise-ready MVP: Successfully delivered a polished learning platform that received enthusiastic feedback from marketing, community, and sales teams, with all departments expressing eagerness to share it with their respective audiences.
Generated 400+ qualified enterprise leads: Version 1 attracted 400 participants at RSAC 2024, representing high-value enterprise prospects where even a single converted client could generate significant revenue for Forward Networks.
Built scalable community engagement foundation: Created a reusable platform architecture that supports ongoing community education initiatives, complete with badge systems and competitive elements that drive sustained user participation and learning retention.

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