grocery-inventory-java

A Java-based command-line Grocery Inventory System with stock management, cart system, and real-time billing. Built using OOP concepts and collections to simulate a real-world store.

Grocery Inventory System - Java

A simple but powerful Grocery Inventory System built in Java using core Object-Oriented Programming and Collections. It simulates a grocery store with features like inventory tracking, cart management, billing, and stock updates.

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Features

• Add and manage grocery items with quantity and price
• View current stock
• Add items to cart and view billing details
• Automatically reduce stock when items are purchased
• Command-line interface for easy usage

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Technologies Used

• Java
• OOP (Classes, Objects, Methods)
• Java Collections (ArrayList, HashMap)
• File I/O (optional, based on version)

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How to Run

1. Clone the repo
2. Open in any Java IDE (IntelliJ, VSCode, Eclipse) or terminal
3. Run the Main.java file
4. Follow the command-line menu options to interact with the system

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Demo (optional)

You can add a screenshot or terminal demo gif later.

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Future Scope

• Add file persistence (save/load inventory)
• GUI with JavaFX or Swing
• Authentication system (admin vs customer)