Personal Contributions

• Implemented Login/Registration System: Developed functionality to allow users to securely log in or register new accounts using Firebase Authentication.

• Implemented customizable pet profiles: Built functionality to create, edit, and delete profiles tailored to different species, including fields for breed, age, weight, and medical history.

• Designed a health data tracker: Enabled users to record and monitor critical health metrics such as vaccinations, allergies, and treatments.

• Enhanced user experience: Created an intuitive interface that features theme colors, curated buttons, and seamless navigation, including support for dark mode, to ensure a smooth and user-friendly experience.

• Leveraged Firebase for data management: Used Firestore for structured storage of pet details and reminders, and implemented Firebase Storage to handle large images for pet profiles.

Lessons Learned

Developing Petpanion provided invaluable experience in full-stack iOS development, where I gained expertise in building secure and scalable apps using Firebase Authentication, Firestore, and Firebase Storage. Overcoming challenges like implementing Firebase Storage for larger image files exercised my problem-solving skills. Moreover, I honed my skills in creating intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance user engagement. I focused on designing features that prioritize accessibility, ensuring that the app is easy to navigate for users with varying needs.

Installation

Run these commands in your terminal:

git clone https://github.com/kenlu66/Petpanion-iOS.git

cd /path/to/the/folder

Open Petpanion-iOS.xcodeproj in Xcode, make sure you have Xcode 16.0+ installed and are using Swift 6.

Connect your iPhone or use an iOS simulator running iOS 18+, select your target device (physical device or simulator) in the top-left corner of Xcode, and click the Run button to build and launch the app.

Demo account: Email: demo@gmail.com, Password: 232323