The project launched by undertaking an in-depth evaluation of the established online booking system. It offers the opportunity to find the best properties in different cities and reserve them online. The platform was accessible via a web browser only.
We have enabled mobile access to the existing online booking platform by developing iOS and Android applications from scratch. The apps foresee the opportunity to find the best rooms/houses/apartments for rent and book them in a few taps.
All the data is fully synchronized with the current web application. Hence, users can access the same functionality via desktop and mobile devices.
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Our task
Our team was tasked with developing mobile applications to enable access to the existing booking app launched on the web. The applications had to feature the same functionality as the web app.
Furthermore, the client provided us with the backend functionality for developing an integrated solution. Hence, the major tasks our team was requested to tackle included the following.
Existing web app analysis
Technology selection
UI/UX design development
iOS and Android app development
Testing and release
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Implementation
We have developed and released native Android and iOS apps and integrated the provided backend.
1. Analysis and tech stack selection
The CodeIT business analysis (BA) expert thoroughly examined the existing online booking app and documentation provided by the client. The BA expert has defined the scope of work and outlined major activities. Our software engineers have defined technology stacks for developing both iOS and Android mobile applications.
2. Apps development planning
We have decomposed the mobile app development tasks and created backlogs with user stories for running two development processes in parallel. Moreover, we’ve composed the “definition of done” for each user story and created key performance indicators (KPIs).
3. UI/UX design
The CodeIT UI/UX designer analyzed the web app’s visual components and created a style guide, including brand identity, color patterns, typography, icons, etc. The expert has composed two UI/UX designs for Android and iOS applications, considering native UI components for each system.
4. iOS & Android apps development
Following the prepared plan, our software engineers have developed the iOS and Android apps, comprising the following features.
Registration and Login
Users can easily sign up for the application using:
email address
social media account
They can specify personal and billing information and start browsing properties for rent.
The application foresees the opportunity to start a quick help chat to ask questions or resolve possible issues.
Location & Date Selection
The smart search bar analyzes input text in real-time and offers suggestions on the best matching destinations. Hence, users can pick a desired location by tapping a few first letters in the bar.
Using the built-in calendar, users can select the check-in and check-out dates in a few taps.
Listing & Map Search
All the properties available for rent in a selected location are listed and arranged by rating.
Meanwhile, they are shown on a map for better location comprehension. The integrated map supports the opportunity to narrow down the search by selecting a district on the map.
Quick Filtering
The application features the opportunity to filter out irrelevant ads by setting the following:
property type
amenities
price
Selected ads can be shortlisted by clicking on the like button.
Detailed Information & Reservation
Each ad has a dedicated page with detailed information on property for rent.
The page comprises the following:
property rating
photos
list of amenities
comments
additional renting details/conditions
Also, it features the opportunity to make a reservation and make a payment online.
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5. Testing
The CodeIT quality assurance (QA) specialist has thoroughly examined the developed applications by running:
functional testing
usability testing
performance testing
security testing
compatibility testing
The tests helped ensure the developed applications are bug-free and have zero security flaws.
6. Release
Our experts have configured the required infrastructure and released the developed iOS and Android apps. Besides, we have successfully submitted the applications to the App Store and Google Play so that users can seamlessly install the apps on their devices.
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Result
The CodeIT team has created two mobile applications for iOS and Android devices. The apps have been integrated with the provided backend, enabling access to the online property booking functionality.
The app’s core functionality includes:
easy sign-up/sign-in
location and data selection
property listing and map search
quick filtering
detailed information
reservation and payment
Our team
Project manager
Business analyst
UX/UI designer
Android developer
iOS developer
QA specialist
Technology stack
iOS: iOS SDK, UIKit, Foundation, Alamofire, Apple Maps, Push Notifications, Apple Pay, Apple Sign In, CoreData
