Our Development Journey

Project Overview

The creation of our vending machine followed a structured, iterative development cycle designed to ensure collaboration, adaptability, and efficiency. The process combined research, prototyping, testing, and refinement—mirroring real-world engineering workflows.

Development Timeline

Phase 1: Project Planning

Foundations

Requirements gathering, team role assignments, and initial project timeline establishment.

Phase 2: Design & Prototyping

Design

Development of CAD models, circuit designs, and software architecture planning.

Phase 3: Implementation

Build

Physical assembly, component integration, and initial software development.

Phase 4: Testing & Refinement

Final

Comprehensive testing, bug fixes, and system optimization.

Key Learnings

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Planning

Importance of thorough planning and requirement analysis

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Communication

Value of regular team communication and progress tracking

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Iteration

Benefits of modular design in complex systems

Quality

Significance of continuous testing and feedback