Case Study: Development of a Location-Based Locker Rental and Control App with Flutter
Introduction
This case study outlines the development of a mobile application for renting and managing lockers at different locations. The app, built using Flutter, includes user functionalities for renting lockers secured by a 4-digit PIN and equipped with a charging timer, as well as an admin section for controlling locker statuses. The project is currently in progress, with the front-end development ongoing.
Objectives
1. Locker Rental: Enable users to rent lockers with a secure 4-digit PIN.
2. **Device Charging: Provide lockers with a charging timer for devices.
3. **Location-Based Access**: Allow users to access lockers at various locations.
4. **Admin Control**: Equip admins with tools to manage locker statuses.
Project Scope
- **UI Design**: Create an intuitive interface for users and admins.
- **App Development**: Implement the app using Flutter.
- **Location Management**: Support managing lockers across multiple locations.
Goals
- **User-Friendly**: Ensure easy navigation for renting and using lockers.
- **Secure**: Implement robust security for locker access.
- **Admin Control**: Provide a simple interface for managing lockers.
Tools
- **Figma**: For wireframes and mockups.
- **Flutter**: For UI implementation.
- **Dart**: Programming language.
Screenshots (Wireframe & User Journey )
Screenshots (UI Design )
Current Focus: Front-End Development
1. **Main Screen**: Designing options for selecting locations, renting lockers, and accessing the admin panel.
2. **Locker Rental Flow**: Developing the UI for location selection, PIN setup, and charging timer.
3. **Admin Dashboard**: Creating a location-based dashboard for managing lockers.
