Storage app | Kotlin | Firebase

• Features
• Usage

Features

• Real-time product management: Add and delete products in the storage, with automatic expiry date tracking and notifications.
• Real-time temperature monitoring: Track and monitor the storage temperature in real time to ensure product safety.
• Manual device control: Take manual control over the device settings for specific configurations.
• User profiles: Create and manage personalized user profiles.
• Voice commands: Control the app using voice commands for hands-free interaction.
• Bluetooth connectivity with hardware devices: Connect to and control the device via Bluetooth for seamless integration and management.

Usage

Getting Started with the Storage Application

To get started with the Storage Application, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository: First, clone the repository to your local machine using Git:

   https://github.com/JerwinCauilan/storageapp.git

2. Navigate to the project directory: Change the directory to the cloned project:

   cd storage

3. Open the Project in Android Studio:

• Open the Project in Android Studio
• Navigate to the cloned project directory and select it.

4. Configure the Android App Ensure your project is configured correctly:

• SDK Version: The app requires Android SDK version 30 or higher.
• Gradle Sync: Once the project is open, Android Studio will prompt you to sync it with Gradle. Click Sync Now to resolve any dependencies.

5. Set Up an Emulator or Use a Physical Device You can either run the app on an Android Emulator or a Physical Device. Below are instructions for both options:

Option 1: Set Up an Android Emulator

If you don't have an Android device, you can use the Android Emulator to run the app. Here's how to set it up:

1. Open AVD Manager in Android Studio:

• In Android Studio, go to Tools > AVD Manager (Android Virtual Device Manager).

2. Create a New Virtual Device:

• Click on Create Virtual Device.
• Choose a device from the list of available options

3. Select System Image:

• After selecting the device, you'll need to choose a system image (Android OS version).

4. Configure Emulator Settings:

• You can leave the default settings for now

5. Launch the Emulator:

• After creating the virtual device, click the Play button next to the device in the AVD Manager to launch the emulator.

6. Run the Application:

• With the emulator running, return to Android Studio and click the Run button

Option 2: Run on a Physical Device

If you prefer to use your physical Android device for testing, follow these steps:

1. Enable Developer Options on Your Device:

• Open the Settings app on your Android device.
• Scroll down and tap About phone.
• Tap the Build number to enable Developer options.

2. Enable USB Debugging:

• Go back to Settings and tap Developer options.
• Enable USB debugging by toggling the switch.

3. Connect Your Device via USB:

• Use a USB cable to connect your Android device to your computer.

4. Select Your Device in Android Studio:

• Once your device is connected, Android Studio will detect it. In the Select Deployment Target window, choose your physical device from the list.

5. Run the Application:

• Click the Run button in Android Studio, and the app will be installed and launched on your physical device.