BiteMe - Link

Project Overview

BiteMe is a comprehensive client-server application developed as part of a degree project. It is designed to manage food orders for both private and business accounts, with a focus on efficiency and user experience. The application supports various user roles including branch managers, suppliers, customers, employees, and CEOs, each with specific responsibilities and access levels.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: JavaFx
• Backend: Java
• Client-Server Communication: OCSF Framework
• Database: MySQL
• Database Connectivity: JDBC API

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed on your system:

1. Java Development Kit (JDK) - Version 8
   • Download: Oracle JDK
   • Verify installation: java -version
2. MySQL Database - Version 8.0.xx
   • Download: MySQL Community Server
3. Git (Optional)
   • Download: Git
   • Verify installation: git --version

Installation and Usage

1. Download project files:

   • Option 1: Clone the repository for all project files (if you have Git installed):

     git clone https://github.com/David-Zorin/BiteMe.git
     

     Alternatively, you can download the project as a ZIP file from the GitHub repository and extract it.

   • Option 2: Download specific files: You can download the following files individually from the GitHub repository:

     • Client.jar
     • Server.jar
     • biteme.sql
     • ImportSimulation.zip (Optional)

2. Set up the database:

   • Create a MySQL database (if you don't have one)
   • Import the database schema using the provided SQL file in the project: biteme.sql

3. Launch server (Server.jar):

   • Connect to your MySQL database (make sure your DB name and password are correct, no need to change anything else)

4. Launch Client (Client.jar):

   • Enter IP and port matching those you entered in the server
   • Click connect

Screenshots

Here are some screenshots of our application:

1. Restaurant Selection

2. Menu

3. CEO Reports

   • Quarterly Reports
   • Monthly Reports

Project Outcomes

• Achieved an overall score of 96
• Provided experience in efficient teamwork and task division
• Offered insights into industry-like software development practices, including:
  • Server-side development
  • Client-side development
  • Parallel task execution

Acknowledgments

This project was developed as part of a degree program, providing valuable experience in software development and teamwork.