EV Charging Station Locator App

Abstract:

This project aims to develop a mobile application that assists users in locating nearby electric vehicle charging stations, checking availability, and reserving charging slots in advance. The app integrates real-time data on charging station status, including availability and pricing, to enhance user convenience. Additionally, it features a QR code scanner for quick access to detailed station information and allows users to reserve slots directly from the app. Furthermore, the app incorporates biometric authentication using fingerprint or facial recognition for enhanced security during reservation and sensitive data access. The implementation involves integrating Google Maps API for mapping functionalities, utilizing third-party APIs for real-time data, and employing platform-specific APIs for QR code scanning and biometric authentication. This project targets improving accessibility and usability of electric vehicle charging stations while ensuring a secure and seamless user experience.

Update (until 12th July,2024):

1) Flutter Installation and setup

2) Learning and experimenting basics of Dart Programming Language (fields, widgets, other UI Build Components), and various Flutter commands

3) Trial and Error Debugging

Trying the app launch on Android mobile

Trying the app launch on Android Studio's Android Emulator

Trying the app launch on Windows

Challenges faced: Errors while setting up Flutter SDK, Confusion with path directories, Older version of Kotlin used in android gradle build, google maps flutter plugin is not supporting windows platform

Update (until 10th August,2024):

Percentage of Completion: 45%, RoadBlockers: Time constraints due to Academics, extracurriculars and other personal issues.

Highlights: Successful integration of Google Maps APIs, and other essential UI components, Successful Launching of the Mobile Android App.