Search Nearby Stores #78
Description
Epic Title: Finding Nearby Medical Stores using API Implementation
Epic Description: This epic revolves around developing a feature that allows users to find nearby medical stores based on their location. The project will involve implementing APIs to access location data and medical store information, as well as creating a user-friendly interface for users to search for and view nearby medical stores. This feature will greatly benefit individuals in need of urgent medical supplies and help them locate the nearest available resources efficiently.
User Stories:
User Story 1: User Location Retrieval
As a user, I want the system to access my location (via GPS or manual input) to determine where I am currently located.
Acceptance Criteria:
The system should request location access from the user.
If the user provides location access, the system should retrieve the user's current coordinates.
User Story 2: Medical Store Database Integration
As a developer, I want to integrate an external medical store database API to fetch a list of nearby medical stores based on the user's location.
Acceptance Criteria:
The system should make an API request to the medical store database with the user's coordinates.
The system should receive and parse the API response to extract the list of nearby medical stores.
User Story 3: Display Nearby Medical Stores
As a user, I want to see a list of nearby medical stores with relevant details such as name, address, contact information, and distance from my location.
Acceptance Criteria:
The system should display a list of medical stores with the retrieved information.
The list should be sorted by distance, with the closest stores displayed first.
Definition of Done:
Code has been written, reviewed, and tested.
The API for medical store data retrieval is integrated successfully.
Users can search for medical supplies and view nearby stores.
Users can click on a store to see detailed information and get directions.
User documentation and help materials are updated to include this feature.
Dependencies:
Access to a reliable medical store database API.
Proper user interface design and user experience considerations.
Integration with mapping services for directions.
Acceptance Criteria:
The feature should be fully functional and thoroughly tested.
The user interface should be intuitive and responsive.
The system should provide accurate and up-to-date medical store information.
Users should be able to provide feedback and ratings for medical stores.
The feature should enhance the user's ability to find nearby medical stores efficiently.
Notes:
This epic focuses on improving accessibility to medical supplies, especially in emergencies or urgent situations. It is essential to maintain the privacy and security of user location data and to ensure that medical store information is regularly updated for accuracy. Additionally, considerations should be made for potential partnerships with medical supply providers and mapping services to enhance the user experience.