Welcome to FOT NEWS, the mobile app for keeping up with the latest news, updates, and events from the Faculty of Technology. This guide will walk you through how to use the app step by step.
When you open the app, you’ll be greeted by the Splash Screen with the FOT NEWS logo and branding. It ensures you’ve landed in the right place before the experience begins.
New here? Create your account by providing your Name, Email, and Password.
Once registered, you can log in anytime.
Already have an account? Enter your Email and Password to access the news feed.
Forgot your password? Use the Forgot Password option to recover.
This is your main hub!
- Browse the latest updates across All, Sports, Academics, and Events.
- Each story comes with a title, image, content, category, and time.
- Use the navigation bar to move between categories.
Curious about who built this app? Head to the Developer Info Screen to learn more about the creator, their student ID, and app version details.
Here, you can view your profile information including your name and email.
From this screen, you can either update your details or log out.
Need to make changes?
Tap Edit Profile to update your Name, Email, or Password.
Save the changes and you’re good to go!
Done for the day? Simply tap Logout.
You’ll be asked to confirm before being redirected to the Login screen.
If you've forgotten your password, tap the Forgot Password? link on the Login screen. Enter your registered Email to receive a password reset link. Follow the instructions in the email to set a new password and regain access.
FOT NEWS was developed using the following tools and technologies:
- Android Studio: The integrated development environment (IDE) used to build the app.
- Java: The programming language used for the app’s core functionality.
- Firebase: The backend platform powering user authentication, and real-time updates.
