Abstract:
GolfMate is a mobile application designed to modernize and enhance the golfing experience for enthusiasts and clubs by digitizing traditional processes and introducing advanced, smart features. The system acts as an all in one virtual companion, aiming to replace physical scorecards and provide data driven insights to improve player performance and engagement. Its core functionalities are built around several integrated subsystems, including GPS based course navigation using the Google Maps SDK for real time distance tracking to holes and hazards, and digital scorekeeping that automatically updates and calculates scores for multi player rounds. The application also offers in depth performance tracking and statistics, allowing users to monitor shot data, fairways hit, greens in regulation, and putts over time to identify trends. To foster competition, GolfMate features a dedicated tournament mode where players can join events and view live leaderboards, managed either by system administrators or dedicated club admins. The system automatically calculates and updates player handicaps to ensure fair competition across different skill levels. Furthermore, integration with the OpenWeatherMap API provides real time weather updates and course condition indicators, such as green speed and firmness, directly influencing gameplay strategy. Developed using the Flutter framework for the Android platform with Firebase serving as the primary backend database, the application is architected for real time data synchronization, security, and cross platform future expansion. By offering these automated features and personalized analytics, GolfMate contributes to a more engaging, informed, and digitally transformed golfing experience, reducing reliance on paper based processes.
