Role: Full Stack Developer
Technology Stack: Laravel (PHP Framework), MySQL, AJAX, Interactive Mapping/Canvas Libraries, Multi-Language Support
Client: Confidential Founder Client from Hong Kong
Core Features: Interactive Floor Plan Booking, Multi-Tier User Roles (Admin, Shop Manager, Customer), Event Area Reservations
I developed a sophisticated Restaurant Booking System leveraging the Laravel framework to provide dynamic, visual reservation capabilities. This project goes beyond standard calendar booking by enabling both customers and managers to interact directly with the restaurant’s layout. The system was architected with a multi-tier role system (Admin, Shop Manager, Customer) to ensure secure and segmented management across all operational aspects, from front-end customer bookings to back-end administration.
Unique Interactive Booking Experience
The core feature of this system is the integration of the restaurant’s physical layout into the reservation process:
- Floor Plan Upload and Configuration: The shop manager can upload the restaurant’s custom floor plan image and then define specific, bookable areas or tables directly on that image. This provides precise control over inventory and capacity.
- Visual Customer Reservation: Customers can view the entire restaurant map and select specific tables or book an area for a ceremony or large party directly from the interactive floor plan. This visual approach significantly enhances the customer experience and reduces booking errors.
- Dynamic Calendar Integration: The system includes a robust booking calendar that displays real-time availability. The platform also demonstrates multi-language capabilities, proving scalability for international or multi-lingual operations.
Operational Management and Laravel Architecture
Built on Laravel, the system provides reliable and secure tools for all stakeholders:
- Multi-Role Access Control: The system enforces strict separation of duties:
- Admin: Manages global system settings and user accounts.
- Shop Manager: Manages the restaurant’s operational information, including floor plan uploads, area configuration, and viewing reservation logs.
- Customer: Manages their own reservations and booking details.
- Centralized Management: The shop manager maintains all restaurant information and can review detailed booking logs to track historical data, occupancy rates, and future scheduled events. The robust structure of Laravel ensures efficient data handling and logging for complex reservation tracking.