FarmSwap App Version 2

Welcome to the FarmSwap Mobile App repository! FarmSwap is a mobile application designed to connect farmers and consumers, making it easier for people to buy fresh, locally sourced produce directly from farmers in their community. This README will guide you through the installation, setup, and usage of the FarmSwap Mobile App, which is built using Flutter and Firebase.

Table of Contents

• Features
• Getting Started
  • Prerequisites
  • Installation
• Usage
• Bartering System
• Delivery Service
• Contributing
• License

Features

FarmSwap Mobile App, built with Flutter and Firebase, offers a range of features to enhance the experience for both farmers and consumers:

• User Authentication: Secure user authentication and registration process.
• Browse Local Produce: Browse a variety of locally sourced produce from nearby farms.
• Product Listings: Farmers can list their products with details, prices, and images.
• Search and Filters: Easily search for specific products and use filters to find what you need.
• Shopping Cart: Add products to your cart and proceed to checkout.
• Payment Integration: Secure payment processing for purchases.
• Messaging: Communicate with farmers for inquiries and coordination.
• Reviews and Ratings: Leave reviews and ratings for products and farmers.
• User Profiles: Manage your profile, view order history, and update personal information.
• Notifications: Receive notifications for order updates, messages, and promotions.
• Localization: Support for multiple languages and regions.
• Bartering System: Allow users to barter items with farmers.
• Delivery Service: Find and contact nearby delivery drivers for item transportation.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to get the FarmSwap Mobile App up and running on your local development environment.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following software installed on your machine:

• Flutter
• Firebase
• Git

Installation

1. Clone this repository to your local machine using Git:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/farmswap-mobile-app.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd farmswap-mobile-app

3. Install project dependencies:

   flutter pub get

4. Configure Firebase for the app by following the Firebase setup instructions for Flutter.

5. Start the development server:

   flutter run

Usage

Once the app is running, you can use it to browse and purchase products from local farmers. Here are some basic usage instructions:

1. Register or Login: Start by creating an account or logging in to your existing account.

2. Browse Products: Explore the available products by category, search, or use filters.

Bartering System

FarmSwap also supports a bartering system, allowing users to exchange items with farmers. To use this feature:

1. Navigate to the "Barter" section in the app.
2. Browse the items available for bartering from both consumers and farmers.
3. Contact the user you wish to barter with through the in-app messaging system.
4. Agree on the terms of the trade and finalize the barter.

Delivery Service

FarmSwap provides a convenient way to find and contact nearby delivery drivers for item transportation. To use this feature:

1. Navigate to the "Delivery Service" section in the app.
2. Browse available delivery drivers in your area.
3. Contact a driver to arrange for item pickup and delivery.

Contributing

We welcome contributions to the FarmSwap Mobile App. Please read our Contributing Guidelines for more information on how to contribute to this project.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.