Dependencies

dependencies {

    implementation 'androidx.appcompat:appcompat:1.6.1'
    implementation 'com.google.android.material:material:1.5.0'
    implementation 'androidx.constraintlayout:constraintlayout:2.1.4'
    implementation 'androidx.core:core-ktx:+'
    implementation 'org.jetbrains.kotlin:kotlin-stdlib:1.8.0'
    testImplementation 'junit:junit:4.13.2'
    androidTestImplementation 'androidx.test.ext:junit:1.1.5'
    androidTestImplementation 'androidx.test.espresso:espresso-core:3.5.1'
    implementation("com.google.code.gson:gson:2.9.1")
    implementation("com.squareup.retrofit2:retrofit:2.9.0")
    implementation("com.squareup.retrofit2:converter-gson:2.9.0")
    implementation("com.squareup.picasso:picasso:2.8")
}

Getting Started

To get a copy of the project up and running on your local machine, follow these steps.

Prerequisites Make sure you have the following software installed:

Java Development Kit (JDK) 8 or above: Download JDK Android Studio: Download Android Studio Git: Download Git Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

https://github.com/Navjotsingh790/Care-Connect-App.git

2. Open the Project in Android Studio:

3. Launch Android Studio. Click on Open an existing Android Studio project.

4. Install Dependencies:

5. Android Studio will automatically detect and install the required dependencies. Ensure you have an active internet connection, Set Up an Android Device:

6. Connect an Android device via USB or set up an Android Virtual Device (AVD) via Android Studio’s AVD Manager, Build and Run the Project:

7. Click on the Run button (green play icon) in Android Studio, Select the target device and click OK.

Contributing

We welcome contributions to make Care Connect App even better! If you have an idea for a new feature or find a bug that needs fixing, here is how you can contribute:

1. Fork the Repository: Click the 'Fork' button at the top right of the repository page to create a copy of the repository on your GitHub account.

2. Clone Your Fork: Clone your forked repository to your local machine.

   git clone https://github.com/Navjotsingh790/Care-Connect-App.git
   

3. Create a Branch: Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.

   git checkout -b feature-name
   

4. Make Your Changes: Make your changes to the codebase.

5. Commit Your Changes: Commit your changes with a clear and descriptive commit message.

   git commit -m "Add feature or fix bug: description"
   

6. Push to Your Fork: Push your changes to your forked repository.

   git push origin feature-name
   

7. Submit a Pull Request: Go to the original repository and create a pull request from your forked repository and branch. Provide a clear description of your changes and any related issue numbers.

8. Review Process: Your pull request will be reviewed, and any necessary feedback will be given. Once approved, it will be merged into the main repository.

Acknowledgements

This project would not have been possible without the support and guidance of many individuals. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to:

• College Community: For their feedback and for being the inspiration behind this application.
• Java: For the robust programming language that forms the core of our application.
• XML: For the layout design capabilities that make our UI possible.
• Retrofit: For the seamless API integration.
• RecyclerView: For the efficient and dynamic list management.
• SQL Helper: For the reliable backend support
• Android Studio: For the comprehensive development environment.
• Git: For the version control that enables collaborative development.

Your contributions and support have been instrumental in bringing this project to life. Thank you!

Contact

For any inquiries or feedback, please contact us at navjotsingh23151@gmail.com.