Expense Tracker App

Overview

The Expense Tracker App is an Android application designed to help users manage their daily expenses efficiently. Built using Java and Android Studio, this app allows users to add, categorize, and view their expenses over time, ensuring better financial tracking and management.

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Features

Key Functionalities:

• Add Expenses: Users can input their daily expenses with details such as amount, category, and date.
• View Expenses: Display a list of expenses for better visibility.
• Expense Categories: Categorize expenses for organized management.
• Date-Based Tracking: Filter expenses by specific dates or periods.
• Statistics/Overview: Visual representation of income and expenses (optional feature for future updates).

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Screenshots

1. Home Screen
2. Add Expense Screen
3. Expense List Screen
4. Statistics Screen (if available)

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Technologies Used

• Programming Language: Java
• IDE: Android Studio
• UI Framework: XML for layouts
• Data Storage: Firebase

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Installation Guide

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/expense-tracker-app.git

2. Open Project:

   • Open the project folder using Android Studio.

3. Run the App:

   • Connect an Android device or use an emulator.
   • Click the Run button in Android Studio.

4. Dependencies:

   • Ensure you have the necessary Android SDKs installed.

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How to Use

1. Launch the App.
2. Navigate to the Add Expense screen to input your expenses.
3. View your added expenses on the Expense List screen.
4. Use filters to view expenses by category or date.

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Roadmap

Planned features for future updates:

• Graphs and Charts: Visualize spending trends using charts.
• Income Tracking: Add functionality to track income alongside expenses.
• User Authentication: Secure app with user accounts.

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Contributing

Contributions are welcome! To contribute:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch: git checkout -b feature-name.
3. Commit your changes: git commit -m 'Add new feature'.
4. Push to the branch: git push origin feature-name.
5. Submit a pull request.

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License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

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Contact

For questions, feedback, or collaboration:

• Name: Kipruto Kelvin
• GitHub: kiprutokels