Bikhedemtak: LSN

Bikhedemtak: LSN (Local Service Network) is a cross-platform marketplace application developed as part of university coursework, connecting users with nearby service providers through intelligent location-based matching. The platform bridges the gap between service seekers and local professionals across various fields including home services, maintenance, repair, tutoring, and more. The project encompasses two distinct applications developed for different courses. The responsive web application was built using Laravel framework with Blade templating engine as part of I3302 (Server-Side Programming) coursework, providing a full-featured web interface for both service providers and customers. The native Android mobile application was engineered in Java with a RESTful PHP backend API for I3350 (Mobile App Development) course, delivering a seamless mobile experience. The platform implements a secure authentication system ensuring safe access for all users. A dynamic service catalog with advanced search functionality allows users to discover services based on location, category, ratings, and availability. Real-time request management enables instant communication between service seekers and providers, with notifications for booking updates and status changes. A bidirectional rating system ensures quality assurance by allowing both customers and service providers to rate each other after completed services. The backend leverages Laravel and PHP to provide a robust REST API that handles user authentication, service listings, request management, and the rating system. MySQL database ensures reliable data storage and efficient querying for location-based service searches and recommendations. The architecture supports both the web application through Blade views and the Android application through RESTful API endpoints, demonstrating versatility in handling multiple client platforms from a unified backend.