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CookBook: Your Virtual Kitchen
Assistant
1. Introduction
Project Title: CookBook: Your Virtual Kitchen Assistant
Team Members:
Team Leader Name:
Team Member Name:
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2. Project Overview
Purpose:
The CookBook application is designed to simplify meal preparation by offering a virtual
kitchen assistant.
Users can browse, save, and manage their favorite recipes with detailed instructions and
ingredient lists.
Features:
- Extensive Recipe Library with Search & Filter Options
- Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Bookmark Feature for Favorite Recipes
- Light/Dark Mode for Enhanced Visual Comfort
- Responsive Design for Optimal Viewing on All Devices
- Ingredient Checklist for Easy Shopping and Preparation
3. Architecture
Component Structure:
App.js — Root component managing layout and routes
Header.js — Navigation bar with search functionality
RecipeList.js — Displays categorized recipe cards
RecipeCard.js — Individual card displaying recipe details
RecipeDetails.js — Detailed view of selected recipe
Footer.js — Provides additional resources and links
State Management: Context API
Routing: React Router
4. Setup Instructions
Prerequisites:
- Node.js (v18 or higher)
- npm or yarn
Installation:
1. Clone the Repository:
`git clone https://github.com/darunraj0071/cookbook-app.git`
`cd cookbook-app`
2. Install Dependencies:
`npm install`
3. Create .env file:
`REACT_APP_RECIPE_API_KEY=your_api_key_here`
4. Run the Application:
`npm start`
5. Folder Structure
/src
├── /components
│ ├── Header.js
│ ├── RecipeList.js
│ ├── RecipeCard.js
│ ├── RecipeDetails.js
│ └── Footer.js
├── /pages
│ ├── Home.js
│ ├── Categories.js
│ └── Bookmarks.js
├── /assets
│ ├── images
│ ├── icons
│ └── styles
├── /utils
│ ├── api.js
│ ├── helpers.js
│ └── constants.js
├── App.js
├── index.js
6. Running the Application
Frontend Server Command:`npm start`
7. Component Documentation
Key Components:
Header: Provides navigation and search functionality
RecipeList: Displays available recipes categorized by type
RecipeCard: Displays individual recipe details
RecipeDetails: Offers step-by-step instructions
Reusable Components:
Button Component: Used for actions like 'View Recipe' or 'Bookmark'
Modal Component: Displays detailed recipe information
8. State Management
Global State: Managed via Context API
Local State: Managed using React’s `useState()`
9. User Interface
- Clean and intuitive layout optimized for smooth navigation
- Mobile-first design for seamless browsing
- Elegant Light/Dark mode toggle for improved accessibility
10. Styling
CSS Frameworks/Libraries: Tailwind CSS
Theming: Integrated light/dark mode
11. Testing
Testing Strategy:
Jest for unit testing
React Testing Library for component testing
Code Coverage: Ensured high test coverage with Jest reports
12. Screenshots or Demo
Screenshots:
Live Demo Link:
13. Known Issues
- Certain API endpoints may experience delays during peak traffic
- Ingredient checklist feature may require further optimization
14. Future Enhancements
- AI-Based Recipe Suggestions
- User Authentication for personalized recipe collections
- Integration with Grocery Shopping Platforms
- Offline Mode for accessing saved recipes
