Problem Statement:
Debbie, an enthusiastic home cook and the owner of the website Fit Foodie Finds, wanted an eye-catching Windows application to generate recipes based on user input. She needed the application to search for up to five recipes per food category from her website. Additionally, Debbie emphasized the need for clear comments within the code to explain each function step-by-step, ensuring she could understand and maintain the application in the future.
Development Story:
Upon discussing Debbie’s requirements, we recommended developing a graphical user interface (GUI) based desktop application. Using Python for the backend provided the necessary flexibility and power to handle user inputs and web scraping. For the frontend, we chose PYQT5, which allowed us to create a visually appealing and responsive interface. MySQL was integrated as the database to manage and store user preferences and search results.
The development process began with designing a user-friendly interface that made it easy for users to input their preferences and receive recipe suggestions. We implemented a feature to scrape Debbie’s website, Fit Foodie Finds, ensuring the application could fetch up to five relevant recipes per food category.
Each segment of the code was meticulously documented with clear comments, detailing the purpose and functionality of each line and function. This transparency ensured Debbie could understand the inner workings of her application.
Throughout the project, we maintained regular communication with Debbie to ensure the application met her aesthetic and functional requirements. The end product was a vibrant, easy-to-use application that not only delighted users with personalized recipe suggestions but also empowered Debbie with a clear understanding of the code. Debbie was thrilled with the final application, appreciating both its functionality and the thorough documentation that accompanied it.
