Food Truck Finder App
Tech Stack: Python/Django, Flutter, PostgreSQL
A comprehensive food truck management platform that helps customers find nearby food trucks in real-time and enables vendors to manage their business operations.
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Mobile App | github.com/zachbroad/onthegrub |
| Backend | github.com/zachbroad/foodtruckfinder-backend |
Motivation#
The food truck industry has exploded in popularity, but finding your favorite trucks can be challenging since they frequently change locations. I wanted to create a solution that would help customers easily locate food trucks while giving vendors tools to manage their business and connect with their customers.
Implementation#
Core Components#
- Location Services: Real-time location updates and tracking
- Vendor Portal: Business management and analytics dashboard
- Customer Mobile App: Food truck discovery and engagement
- Menu System: Digital menu and pricing management
- Event Management: Catering and event booking system
Key Features#
For Food Truck Owners#
- Real-time location tracking and status updates
- Menu and pricing management
- Customer engagement and notification tools
- Traffic and sales analytics
- Event and catering booking management
- Fan base growth and retention features
For Customers#
- Find and track nearby food trucks
- Follow favorite trucks with notifications
- Browse menus, photos, and reviews
- Book trucks for events and catering
- Verified locations and operating hours
- Search by cuisine, location, or truck name
Tech Stack#
The backend is built with:
- Django for the web framework
- Django REST Framework for API development
- PostgreSQL for the database
The mobile app is built with:
- Flutter for cross-platform development
- Google Maps API for mapping and location services