Hotplate

A modern food delivery application built with Flutter

Connecting food lovers with their favorite local restaurants and providing seamless ordering experiences.

App Screenshots

App Icon	Sign In	Sign Up
Home Screen	Shopping Cart	Account Profile

Overview

Hotplate is a comprehensive food delivery platform that enables users to browse restaurants, customize orders, and track deliveries in real-time. The application features a clean, intuitive interface with robust functionality for both customers and restaurant partners.

Features

User Management

• Secure authentication with Firebase Auth
• Multiple sign-in options (Email, Google, Facebook, Apple)
• Comprehensive user profile management
• Profile picture upload and customization
• Personal information and preferences management

Restaurant Discovery

• Browse local restaurants and cuisines
• Advanced search and filtering capabilities
• Restaurant ratings and reviews
• Menu browsing with detailed item descriptions
• Real-time availability updates

Ordering System

• Intuitive cart management
• Order customization and special instructions
• Multiple payment method support
• Order history and tracking
• Delivery status notifications

Additional Features

• Favorites management for restaurants and dishes
• Push notifications for order updates
• Dark mode support
• Multi-language support ready
• Offline capability for basic functions

Technical Architecture

Frontend

• Framework: Flutter 3.32.5
• Language: Dart 3.8.1
• State Management: Provider pattern
• UI Design: Material Design 3

Backend Services

• Authentication: Firebase Auth
• Database: Cloud Firestore
• File Storage: Firebase Storage
• Analytics: Firebase Analytics
• Crash Reporting: Firebase Crashlytics
• Push Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging

Key Dependencies

• firebase_core: Firebase SDK initialization
• firebase_auth: User authentication
• cloud_firestore: NoSQL database
• firebase_storage: File and image storage
• image_picker: Profile picture selection
• provider: State management
• google_sign_in: Google authentication
• flutter_facebook_auth: Facebook authentication
• sign_in_with_apple: Apple authentication

Project Structure

lib/
├── main.dart                 # Application entry point
├── firebase_options.dart     # Firebase configuration
├── screens/                  # UI screens
│   ├── splash_screen.dart    # App loading screen
│   ├── signin_screen.dart    # User authentication
│   ├── signup_screen.dart    # User registration
│   ├── home_screen.dart      # Main dashboard
│   ├── account_screen.dart   # User profile management
│   ├── edit_profile_screen.dart # Profile editing
│   ├── cart_screen.dart      # Shopping cart
│   ├── product_details_screen.dart # Item details
│   └── about_screen.dart     # Application information
├── services/                 # Business logic
│   ├── auth_service.dart     # Authentication handling
│   ├── database_service.dart # Database operations
│   ├── storage_service.dart  # File management
│   ├── theme_service.dart    # UI theming
│   └── miui_keyboard_bypass.dart # MIUI optimization
└── widgets/                  # Reusable components
    └── optimized_text_field.dart # Zero-latency text fields

Installation and Setup

Prerequisites

• Flutter SDK 3.32.5 or higher
• Dart SDK 3.8.1 or higher
• Android Studio or VS Code
• Git version control

Development Setup

1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/GITLAGGUI/App_1.git
cd App_1

2. Install dependencies

flutter pub get

3. Configure Firebase

   • Create a new Firebase project
   • Add Android and iOS apps to your Firebase project
   • Download and place configuration files:
     • google-services.json in android/app/
     • GoogleService-Info.plist in ios/Runner/

4. Run the application

flutter run

Build for Production

Android

flutter build apk --release
flutter build appbundle --release  # For Google Play Store

iOS (requires macOS)

flutter build ios --release
flutter build ipa --release  # For App Store

Web

flutter build web --release

Configuration

Firebase Setup

1. Create a Firebase project at https://console.firebase.google.com
2. Enable Authentication with desired providers
3. Set up Firestore database with security rules
4. Configure Firebase Storage for file uploads
5. Enable Analytics and Crashlytics for monitoring

Environment Variables

Ensure proper configuration of:

• Firebase project settings
• API keys for third-party services
• Platform-specific configurations

Performance Optimizations

Zero-Latency Keyboard Performance

• MIUI Optimization: Custom keyboard bypass for MIUI devices
• Ultra-Fast Text Fields: Zero animation callbacks during typing
• Instant Response: Sub-100ms keyboard response time
• Complete Coverage: All text input areas optimized

General Performance

• Lazy loading for large datasets
• Optimized image loading and caching
• Efficient state management patterns
• Memory usage monitoring

Platform Support

Platform	Status	Notes
Android	Full Support	Optimized for MIUI devices
iOS	Full Support	Requires macOS for building
Web	Full Support	Progressive Web App ready
Windows	In Development	Desktop support coming soon

Development Guidelines

Code Style

• Follow Dart style guidelines
• Use meaningful variable and function names
• Implement proper error handling
• Add comprehensive comments for complex logic

Testing

• Write unit tests for business logic
• Implement widget tests for UI components
• Perform integration testing for critical flows
• Test on multiple devices and screen sizes

Security Considerations

• Secure API endpoints with proper authentication
• Implement data validation on both client and server
• Use HTTPS for all network communications
• Follow Firebase security best practices
• Regular security audits and updates

Contributing

Development Workflow

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Implement changes with proper testing
4. Submit a pull request with detailed description
5. Code review and approval process

Coding Standards

• Follow Flutter and Dart conventions
• Maintain consistent code formatting
• Write comprehensive documentation
• Include appropriate test coverage

Deployment

App Store Deployment

1. Configure app signing certificates
2. Update version numbers and build configurations
3. Generate release builds
4. Submit to respective app stores
5. Monitor deployment and user feedback

Continuous Integration

• Automated testing on pull requests
• Build verification for multiple platforms
• Deployment automation for staging environments
• Performance monitoring and alerting

Support and Documentation

Technical Support

• Review existing documentation
• Check issue tracker for known problems
• Submit detailed bug reports with reproduction steps
• Follow community guidelines for support requests

Additional Resources

• Flutter Documentation
• Firebase Documentation
• Material Design Guidelines

License

This project is proprietary software. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, modification, distribution, or use of this software is strictly prohibited.

Version History

Version 1.0.0

• Initial release
• Core authentication and user management
• Restaurant browsing and ordering system
• Firebase integration and real-time updates
• Cross-platform support for Android and iOS
• Zero-latency keyboard optimization for MIUI
• Professional app icon and UI design

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Hotplate - Connecting food lovers with exceptional dining experiences.

Built with Flutter