How to Build Uber Eats Mobile App without coding using FlutterFlow and Firebase - Part 1

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to build an Uber Eats mobile app without coding by using FlutterFlow and Firebase. This guide is designed for beginners and will help you implement complex UI designs while understanding the fundamentals of mobile app development. This is part one of a two-part series, so be sure to check out part two for a complete experience.

Step 1: Setting Up Your FlutterFlow Account

• Visit the FlutterFlow website and sign up for an account.
• Choose a project name for your Uber Eats mobile app.
• Familiarize yourself with the FlutterFlow interface, including the design and database sections.

Step 2: Designing the User Interface

• Navigate to the UI Builder in FlutterFlow.

• Start creating the main screens of your app. Key screens to create include:

  • Splash Screen: The initial screen that appears when the app loads.
  • Home Screen: The main dashboard where users can browse food options.
  • Restaurant Detail Screen: A page that provides details about a selected restaurant.

• Use the following tips for effective design:

  • Utilize the drag-and-drop feature for adding components.
  • Explore pre-built templates to accelerate your design process.
  • Keep the design user-friendly and visually appealing.

Step 3: Implementing Navigation

• Set up navigation between screens:

  • Use the Navigation Menu to link your Home Screen to the Restaurant Detail Screen.
  • Add buttons or icons that will enable users to return to the Home Screen from the Detail Screen.

• Ensure that your navigation flows smoothly and is intuitive for users.

Step 4: Connecting to Firebase

• Create a Firebase project by visiting the Firebase Console.

• Add your FlutterFlow app to Firebase and configure the necessary settings:

  • Enable Firestore for database management.
  • Set up authentication (email/password, Google sign-in, etc.) based on your app's requirements.

• In FlutterFlow, connect your app to Firebase:

  • Go to the Firebase settings in FlutterFlow.
  • Input the necessary credentials and ensure that the connection is successful.

Step 5: Adding Data to Firestore

• Create collections in Firestore for your app data:

  • Restaurants: Store details such as name, location, menu items, and images.
  • Users: Keep track of user profiles and preferences.

• Populate the collections with sample data to test your app functionality.

Step 6: Testing Your App

• Use the Preview mode in FlutterFlow to test the user interface and navigation.
• Check for any issues with the connections to Firebase and ensure data is displayed correctly on the app screens.
• Gather feedback from potential users to identify areas for improvement.

Conclusion

In this first part of building your Uber Eats mobile app, you learned how to set up your FlutterFlow account, design the user interface, implement navigation, connect to Firebase, and add data. As you continue to part two, you will delve deeper into advanced functionalities and refine your app further. Be sure to explore the additional resources provided in the video description for a more comprehensive learning experience.