Groom Master: A Web-Based Pet Grooming Appointment Scheduling & Inventory Manager

Groom Master is a web-based application that centralizes appointment scheduling, client management, and inventory tracking for pet grooming businesses. It allows pet owners to book services online while enabling administrators and groomers to manage appointments, grooming schedules, and supplies efficiently. Developed using the Agile SDLC, the system was iteratively refined based on user feedback. Evaluation followed ISO 25010 standards for functionality, reliability, usability, and maintainability. Built with PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, GroomMaster offers a responsive interface accessible across devices, enhancing productivity, reducing scheduling conflicts, and improving overall service quality for small to medium-sized grooming businesses.

Pet Grooming System, Web Application, Appointment Scheduling

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