Table 5 Experts’ summary opinions of the prototype MY IBD Buddy application

(1) Do you think this application is easy to use?

All the experts said that the program is easy to use. Two of the experts believed that although it is simple, there is a need for basic training regarding the program.

An educational video was developed on how the application works and a brochure was developed as a guide for the operation of application.

(2) Do you pay attention to an aspect that needs to be improved forever?

In general, all experts were satisfied with the application, but they offered suggestions to improve it. The main suggestions was to change the menu titles, arrange the educational content, and modify the appearance of content presented in the mental health section.

The titles and order of the menus were modified.

The order of presentation of educational content changed.

A separate section for mental health training and relaxation techniques was designed in parallel with self-management training.

Some animations were modified again.

(3) Was the application well organized on the screen?

Some forms were not set up well.

All forms were reconfigured to display properly on all mobile phones.

(4) Do you think this application covers all relevant content for self-management? _

All experts were in full agreement.