Hidden Gem

(The App does work, ISH There is no longer a working database)

📚 Project Overview

This is a Flutter mobile application developed as a school project during my 2nd year of university. The app serves as a social platform for sharing and discovering personal "Gems" - special moments, achievements, or memories.

✨ Key Features

🔐 Authentication

Multiple login options:

• 📧 Email & Password
• 🔵 Google Sign-In

🔄 Password reset via email

💎 Gems Management (Full CRUD):

• Create new Gems with details and images
• Read and browse your own and friends' Gems
• Update and edit your existing Gems
• Delete Gems you no longer want to share

👤 Profile Management.

• ✏️ Edit personal information
• 🖼️ Update profile pictures

🤝 Social Features

• 👥 Add friends and build your network
• ❤️ Like and show appreciation for others' Gems

📱 How to Install the App

Compatibility

✅ Android 5.0 and newer
❌ iOS devices (Apple doesn't allow APK installations)

For Android Devices:

Method 1: Direct Download (Easiest)

1. Download the APK directly to your Android device:

   • Tap on app-release.apk from GitHub
   • Click "Download" or "Save file"

2. Install the app:

   • Open your "Files" app and find the downloaded APK
   • Tap on app-release.apk
   • If prompted, allow "Install from unknown sources"
   • Follow the installation prompts

Method 2: Transfer from Computer

1. Download the APK to your computer

2. Transfer to your Android device via

   • USB cable
   • Bluetooth
   • Email attachment
   • Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.)

3. Install by tapping the APK file on your device

📲 After Installation:

The app will appear in your app drawer

You can launch it like any other application

No additional setup required!

Enjoy using the app! 🎉

🛠️ Technical Usage

• Framework: Flutter & Dart
• Backend: Firebase (Authentication, Realtime Database, Storage)
• Platform: Android (APK provided)