PROJECT — 2023

Capture - Real Time Photo Sharing

Real-time photo sharing app

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JavaFirebaseAndroidCloudinary
Capture - Real Time Photo Sharing

Overview

Capture is a real-time photo-sharing Android application built with Java and Firebase. It allows users to take photos, share them instantly, and view photos shared by others in real time, in-app and on a homescreen widget. The app uses Firebase for backend services, including authentication and real-time database functionalities.

Key Features

  • —Authentication
  • —Real-time photo sharing
  • —Widget display

Technical Challenges & Solutions

Challenges:

  • —Implementing real-time data synchronization
  • —Ensuring smooth user experience during photo uploads
  • —Managing user authentication securely
  • —Handling merge conflicts on GitHub
  • —Photo storage and retrieval

Solutions:

  • —Utilized Firebase Realtime Database for instant photo sharing
  • —Implemented background tasks for photo uploads to enhance user experience
  • —Used Firebase Authentication for secure user management
  • —Adopted Git branching strategies to manage merge conflicts effectively
  • —Implemented efficient data retrieval methods to optimize performance
  • —Used Cloudinary for efficient photo storage and retrieval

Key Learnings

  • —Gained experience with Firebase services
  • —Learned about real-time data synchronization techniques
  • —Improved skills in Android development and UI design
  • —Enhanced understanding of Git workflows and conflict resolution
  • —Gained experience with Cloudinary for image management
  • —Learned about user experience design principles
  • —Gained experience in managing merge conflicts on GitHub