What
A mobile utility app to quickly locate nearby gas stations.
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Kotlin mobile app to locate nearby fuel stations quickly
TL;DR
Who
Daily commuters and drivers in Togo.
Challenges
- Map readability on small screens
- Fast loading in unstable network conditions
Result
Delivered a practical location-first experience with strong field usability.
Context & Problem
Drivers often lose time identifying available stations quickly, especially in unfamiliar areas.
Chosen Solution
A map-first approach with direct station access and lightweight interactions was retained for speed.
Key features
- Nearby station discovery with map context
- Fast loading and simple mobile-first interaction
- Compose UI architecture for maintainability
- Data flow prepared for real-time updates
- Clean utility experience with minimal friction
Security & Responsibility
- No sensitive personal data required for core usage
- Network calls minimized for reliability
Key Learnings
- Map clarity matters more than visual complexity
- Fast first render is critical on low-end devices
Future Roadmap
- Add station service filters
- Improve offline caching
- Introduce user-reported station updates
What You Can Learn From This Project
- Designing utility-first mobile workflows
- Balancing UX simplicity with real constraints
