Route Optimisation Project (Java + Spring Boot)

This project provides a route optimisation system designed to reduce travel time in heavy-traffic conditions by generating efficient route paths.
It is built using Java (JDK 21) and Spring Boot.

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Getting Started

Before running the project, make sure the required tools are installed.

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1. Install Java (JDK 21)

Ensure Java 21 (LTS) is installed on your system.

Download JDK 21 from the official Oracle website:
🔗 https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/downloads/#jdk21-windows

Set JAVA_HOME

1. Open Environment Variables
2. Create a new system variable: JAVA_HOME=C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-21...
3. Edit the Path variable → Add:

Verify installation

Run:

java --version

It should display Java 21.x.x.

2. Install Maven (Optional but Recommended)

Maven is used for managing dependencies and running the project.

Download Maven:
🔗 https://maven.apache.org

Add Maven to PATH

Add this entry in System Variables → Path:

C:\Program Files\Apache\Maven\bin

Verify installation

run :
mvn -v

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3. VS Code Setup

Install the following extensions in VS Code:

• Java Extension Pack
• Extension Pack for Java
• Spring Boot Tools (optional but useful)

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4. Clone or Fork the Repository

Option A: Fork the repository

1. Go to the project repo:
   🔗 https://github.com/Abdullah-there/route-optimisation
2. Click Fork
3. Open your forked repo and copy the HTTPS link

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Option B: Clone the repository in VS Code

1. Open VS Code

2. Press Ctrl + Shift + P

3. Type: Git: Clone

4. Choose a folder → Open in VS Code

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Running the Application

You can run this project using Maven or using the VS Code debugger.

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Option 1: Run with Maven

mvn spring-boot:run

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Option 2: Run without Maven (Through VS Code Debugger)

1. Open BackendApplication.java
2. Click Run ▶ at the top
3. Or press F5 to start the application

VS Code (Java Extension Pack) handles build and execution automatically.

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Support

If you face issues, open an Issue in the GitHub repository.

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Repository Link

🔗 https://github.com/Abdullah-there/route-optimisation