Fenix : A Fully Functional Shopping Mall Application

Abstract

Shopping has become an integral aspect of contemporary life, yet individuals often face challenges due to time constraints and inefficiencies in the traditional shopping experience. This study addresses common shopping difficulties, such as the lack of real-time information on item availability, the risk of forgetting planned purchases, and the inability to easily compare prices across different stores. The proposed solution is the Fenix shopping mall application, a fully functional platform designed to streamline the shopping experience. Developed through a comprehensive methodology, Fenix is a web application hosted on an application server with a centralized database and a server module connecting all customers and shops. It addresses these challenges by providing detailed information about all the shops within a mall, available items, latest deals, and facilitating the creation of customer wish lists. The study successfully integrates features like lost and found, loyalty management, fair pricing mechanisms, and geolocation-based real-time notifications to enrich the overall shopping journey. This abstract outlines the significance of the shopping mall application in overcoming common shopping challenges, offering users with a convenient and efficient shopping experience. The study's methodology involves the integration of cutting-edge technology, including web services, to ensure reliable and up-to-date information. The results indicate that Fenix has the potential to bridge the gap between traditional and online shopping, influencing consumer behavior and contributing to the advancement of the retail sector.