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Технически университет - София

Abstract: Under conditions of increasing traffic and limited parking options, mobile apps for real-time monitoring and booking of available spots in public parking lots are becoming an indispensable tool for making our daily lives easier. These apps offer convenience, save time, and reduce the hassles associated with finding a parking spot, while also contributing to a more efficient and organized urban space. Additionally, they help reduce traffic congestion and lower pollution levels by encouraging users to make more rational use of available parking resources, which benefits all city residents. This article describes the development of a mobile application for real-time booking of parking spots. The proposed application integrates useful features from existing mobile apps, adds its own new features, and is adapted to the conditions of life in Bulgaria. Its main advantage is that it is available completely free of charge. It offers the following functionalities: booking or recommending parking spots; checking parking spot availability; and providing feedback on current and past parking spot bookings, including ratings and comments. The application’s interface is intuitive, which makes it easy to use. The following technologies were used in its development: Java, Android Studio, XML, Gradle, Android SDK, and Firebase. The application was compared to similar ones, incorporating their best features and adding new ones that improve upon them. The current work aims to help Bulgarian users save time and money spent looking for parking spots.

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