Attention Test & Prediction – The Story of an Experimental SEO Project
Is it possible for a website to be useful, scientific, and playful — while also performing well organically on Google?
This was the question that sparked the Attentional Blink project, after watching the show "Rewiring My Brain". The idea fascinated me:
how can we measure the moment when we see something, but our brain fails to process it?
I didn’t just want to create an attention test — I aimed to build a platform that delivers real value to users while also applying the best practices in search engine optimization.
The project began with keyword research, and step by step, I built a testing system that includes real-time data processing, AI-powered feedback, and visual attention tracking — all within a modern, minimalistic interface.
The technical stack: it’s built on JavaScript and Bootstrap on the front end, with a backend based on PHP, MySQL, Node.js, and TensorFlow.js.
The site was designed with structured data, rich snippets, and SEO-optimized elements to help it rank more effectively.
This is, at the same time, a neurocognitive attention test, a UX-driven experience platform, and an SEO experiment — searching for the answer to:
how far can a single-page, value-driven website go in SEO if it truly sparks interest?
Curious how you'd perform? Take the test here: