kimbi12/doual_waste

A comprehensive web-based waste management system for Douala, Cameroon, built with PHP, MySQL, and Bootstrap. # Douala Waste Management System A comprehensive web-based waste management system for Douala, Cameroon, built with PHP, MySQL, and Bootstrap. ## Features ### For Residents (Users) - **Submit Waste Collection Requests**: Report various types of waste issues (collection, illegal dumping, missed pickup, full bins, hazardous waste) - **Track Request Status**: Monitor progress from submission to completion - **View Collection Schedules**: Check when waste will be collected in their area - **Receive Notifications**: Get updates on request status changes - **Request History**: View all past requests and their outcomes ### For Waste Collectors - **Collector Dashboard**: View assigned requests and collection schedules - **Update Request Status**: Mark requests as in progress or completed - **Location-Based Assignments**: Manage waste collection in assigned zones - **Performance Tracking**: Monitor completion rates and response times ### For Administrators - **Admin Dashboard**: System overview with key metrics and statistics - **User Management**: Approve new users, manage roles, and handle accounts - **Request Management**: Assign requests to collectors, update statuses, set priorities - **Schedule Management**: Create and manage collection zones and schedules - **Reports & Analytics**: Generate comprehensive reports on system performance - **Audit Logging**: Track all system activities for accountability ## Technology Stack - **Backend**: PHP 8.2+ - **Database**: MySQL 8.0+ - **Frontend**: Bootstrap 5, Font Awesome, Chart.js - **Server**: Apache 2.4+ - **Security**: Password hashing, input sanitization, CSRF protection ## Installation 1. **Prerequisites** - XAMPP/WAMP or similar PHP development environment - MySQL database server - Web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) 2. **Setup** ```bash # Clone or download the project files # Place in your web server's document root (e.g., htdocs/douala_waste) # Create database mysql -u root -p < db.sql # Update datab …