
Online Food Ordering System using Java
To design and develop a Java-based application that allows customers to browse restaurant menus, place food orders online, and manage those orders efficiently. The system also supports admin features for managing food items, orders, and users.**
????️ Technologies Used:
- Programming Language: Java
- Frontend (UI): Java Swing (for desktop app) or JSP/HTML (for web-based version)
- Backend: Java Servlets or JDBC for database handling
- Database: MySQL or SQLite
- Tools: NetBeans, Eclipse, XAMPP/WAMP (if web-based)
???? Key Features:
1.User Registration & Login:
Separate modules for Customer and Admin
Secure login system with user credentials
2.Menu Browsing:
View food items categorized by type (e.g., snacks, meals, drinks)
Each item includes name, price, and description
3.Ordering System:
Customers can add items to cart and place an order
System calculates total amount with taxes and discounts (if any)
4.Order Management:
Admin can view all placed orders
Update status: pending, preparing, out for delivery, delivered
5.Admin Panel:
Add, edit, or remove food items from the menu
View customer details and order history
6.Billing & Invoicing:
Generates a simple bill/receipt after order placement
???? How It Works:
- User logs in and browses the available menu
- Selects items and places an order
- System stores the order in the database
- Admin views and processes the order
- Final bill is shown or emailed (optional)
???? Modules Overview:
- Customer Module – Sign up, login, place orders
- Admin Module – Manage food items, view orders
- Order Module – Cart, checkout, billing
- Database Module – Manages users, menu, and orders
✅ Benefits:
- Simplifies food ordering for both customers and restaurant owners
- Reduces manual errors and paperwork
- Can be upgraded to support online payments or mobile apps
- Good practical project for mastering Java with database integration