SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SCIENCE

Mini Project
ANDROID PROJECT ON CONTACT APP

Abhishek Biradar (20232MCA0178)

Javeed S D (20232MCA0240)
Mukesh M (20232MCA0238)
Sunil N C (20232MCA0251)
Vishwas Gowda C S (20232MCA0256)

Department: MCA05
Course Code:CSA4024
Faculty Name: Ankita Bhaumik

Date:29/07/2024 Faculty Signature:

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Acknowledgement

I want to express my profound gratitude to everyone who helped to make this

Android contact app a success and see it through to completion.

I want to start by expressing my gratitude to [Supervisor's Name], my project

supervisor, for all of their help, support, and encouragement during this project.
Their helpful criticism and professional guidance were invaluable in overcoming
the obstacles we faced during the development process.

My sincere gratitude goes out to my family and friends for their constant support
and patience throughout this effort. Their support and faith in my potential kept me
inspired and determined.

Additionally, I would like to thank [Institution/Organization] for giving me the

tools I needed and creating a productive workspace for this endeavour. The
resources and assistance.
Name: Abhishek Biradar
Roll no: 20232MCA0178
Name: Javeed S D
Roll no: 20232MCA0240
Name: Mukesh M
Roll no: 20232MCA0238
Name: Sunil N C
Roll no: 20232MCA0251
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Abstract

The way people handle their personal and business contacts has completely
changed as a result of the rapid advancement of mobile technology. The creation of
an Android-based contact application is demonstrated in this project, which aims to
give users a feature-rich, user-friendly, and efficient platform for maintaining their
contacts. The contact app's main goal is to make it easier for users to save, arrange,
and retrieve contact information, which will increase their convenience and
productivity.

Along with more sophisticated capabilities like contact grouping, searching, and
sorting, the application includes basic features like adding, editing, and deleting
contacts. Users may make calls, send messages, and share contact details straight
from the app thanks to its seamless connection with various communication tools.
User experience is given top priority in the design, guaranteeing a clear and
responsive
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Table of Contents

Contents Page No.

1 Introduction 4
2 Motivation 5
3 Problem Statement and Objectives 6
4 Software and Hardware Requirements 7
5 Screenshots 8
6 Future Enhancements and Conclusion 12
7 Refernces 14
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Introduction

In the era of digitalisation, maintaining smooth communication and organisation

requires efficient administration of both personal and professional contacts. The
demand for effective, user-friendly contact management systems has increased due
to the widespread usage of mobile devices. Paper address books and simple phone
directories, two antiquated means of storing contact information, are insufficient
for the modern user's dynamic and connected lifestyle. The goal of this project is to
create a feature-rich contact management app for Android smartphones in order to
fulfil this need.

The Android contact app is made to give consumers a reliable way to save,
arrange, and quickly retrieve their contact data. Through a range of features
designed to simplify contact management, the app improves user experience by
utilising the capabilities of contemporary smartphones.
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Motivation
The necessity for effective, dependable, and user-friendly solutions to handle
personal and business connections in today's fast-paced digital environment is what
inspired the creation of the contact app. This need is driven by a number of
important aspects, underscoring the need of creating an advanced contact
management application:

Growing Volume of Contacts: People are managing an ever-growing number of

contacts as a result of the growth of social networks, professional networking sites,
and mobile communication. Paper address books and simple phone directories,
which were once the primary means of collecting and organising contact
information, are no longer adequate to manage this volume effectively.

Improved Communication Needs: Having quick and simple access to contact

information is essential for modern communication. Users require a seamless
experience whenever they are exchanging contact information, making phone calls,
or sending messages.
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Problem Statement and Objectives

In a time when digital communication is critical, professionals and individuals

maintain large networks of contacts. However, in terms of functionality, user
experience, and data security, the tools and methods now in use for maintaining
these connections frequently fall short. Conventional phone directories and simple
contact management apps don't have the sophisticated capabilities required for
effective communication tool integration, fast access, and efficient organisation. A
solution that guarantees the confidentiality of sensitive contact information is also
required due to the growing concern over data privacy and security. By creating an
extensive and user-friendly contact management app for Android smartphones that
provides improved features, strong security, and an easy-to-use interface, our
project aims to overcome these problems.

Goals

Provide a User-Friendly Interface: Design a user interface that is simple to use and
intuitive so that
Assure Data Security and Privacy: To prevent unauthorised access and breaches of
user contact information, put strong security measures in place, such as data
encryption and safe access controls.

Allow for Seamless Integration with Communication Tools: Connect the app to
email, SMS, phone calls, and other communication platforms so that users can start
conversations right from the app.
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Software and Hardware Requirements

Software Requirements:

 Operating System : Android 4

 Back-End : SQL 2008
 Tool : Android Studio

Hardware Components:

 System : Intel I3
 Storage : 1GB
 Memory : 2GB RAM
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Screenshots
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Future Enhancements

Integration with Social network Platforms: Allow users to access latest updates and
changes to their contact information right within the app by connecting their
contacts with social network profiles (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.).

Voice Command Support: To improve accessibility and convenience, voice

recognition features should be implemented to enable users to manage their
contacts via voice commands.

Advanced data and Insights: Give users comprehensive data and insights into their
communication habits, including the people they contact most frequently and the
ways they like to communicate.

Smart Contact Suggestions: Based on user interactions, calendar events, and

communication history, AI and machine learning are used to provide smart
suggestions for adding new contacts.

Enhanced Privacy Features: To further protect sensitive information, add more

privacy controls including contact-specific encryption, hidden contact lists, and
password-protected parts.

Geographically-Based
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Conclusion

send a thank you note for the ChatGPT expense tracker.

Yes, of course! This is an example of an acknowledgement for a project involving
an expenditure tracker:

Recognition

To everyone who helped us finish our expense tracker project successfully, I would
like to extend my sincere gratitude.

First and foremost, I would want to express my sincere gratitude to [Supervisor's

Name], my project supervisor, for all of his help and support during the project's
progress. Their knowledge and assistance were crucial in forming this project's
ultimate shape.

I also want to express my gratitude to my friends and family for their

understanding and steadfast support throughout this undertaking. Their unwavering
encouragement helped me stay focused and driven.
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References

For my project - "Expense Tracker" the sources that I have used or consulted the
following resources given below: -
"Android Programming: The Big Nerd Ranch Guide" by Bill Phillips
Great Learning: For providing Android studio mockup tutorials
https://www.youtube.com/@CodeWithHarry
https://developer.android.com/studio