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I already run a WordPress-based news site and want to turn it into a pair of Android apps—one for the public and one for my field reporters—while keeping the existing WordPress installation as the single source of truth. Here’s the vision • User app Readers open the app, browse stories by the same categories that exist on the website, receive push notifications for breaking headlines, and leave comments that sync back to WordPress comments. • Reporter app Accredited reporters log in, file stories with photos or video directly from their phones, track the editorial status of each submission, and get push alerts when an article is approved, needs edits, or goes live. Key points – Android only for the first release, but I’d like the code structured so an iOS build could be added later without a ground-up rewrite (Flutter, React Native or a clean Kotlin architecture are all fine with me). – The apps must pull and post data through the standard WordPress REST API; no changes to my existing site other than any plugins you need to install. – Push notifications can run through Firebase Cloud Messaging or another reliable service. – Lean budget, so clear milestones are essential: 1) API integration & basic UI, 2) reporter submission flow, 3) user commenting & category browsing, 4) notification wiring, 5) final polish plus Play Store–ready builds. Deliverables • Two Android APKs (user + reporter) ready for Play Store submission • Well-commented source code and build instructions • Any WordPress plugins or config tweaks required for the integration • A brief hand-off document or walkthrough video so I can manage updates on my own If this scope fits your skill set and you can keep it efficient, I’m ready to get started right away.
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Hi there, I will deliver both Android apps — the reader app with category browsing, comment sync, and breaking-news push notifications, and the reporter app with story/photo/video submission, editorial status tracking, and approval alerts. I will build this in Flutter so the codebase ports to iOS later with minimal rework. For the WordPress REST API layer, I will use JWT authentication for reporter logins and set up a lightweight custom endpoint for editorial status changes — this lets Firebase Cloud Messaging trigger targeted push alerts on approval, revision requests, or publish events without polling. Questions: 1) Do you already have JWT or application-password auth enabled on your WordPress install, or should I handle that setup? Looking forward to talking through the details. Kamran
₹74,900 INR in 13 days
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Having been a part of the web development industry for over a decade, I bring in-depth and hands-on experience with the skills you need: PHP and WordPress. I've successfully delivered numerous structurally-complex projects while keeping budgets lean and timelines met, and believe this Android app development project aligns perfectly with my expertise. I completely understand your WordPress-based news site should be maintained as a single source of truth, and the importance of syncing public and reporter functionalities smoothly. My proficiency in utilizing web API integrations like WordPress REST API seamlessly ensures we can achieve this without disrupting your existing backend. Additionally, while you prefer an Android-first approach, my familiarity with Flutter, React Native, and Kotlin gives me the competence to make the apps adaptable for iOS in future with minimum hassle. Rest assured, I'll make our milestones concrete enough to keep us scoped and on-schedule. At the end of our journey together, you can expect not just two robust Android APKs but also clear documentation detailing build instructions. Let's start building your dream Android news portal apps together; I'm ready to roll out our efficient plan from day one!
₹40,000 INR in 7 days
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Hello! I understand you need two distinct Android apps—one for readers and one for reporters—that seamlessly integrate with your existing WordPress news site via its REST API, ensuring WordPress remains the central content hub. This project involves careful API endpoint utilization and a structured approach to manage distinct user flows for readers and reporters. Developing for Android with an eye towards future iOS compatibility means choosing a cross-platform framework like React Native or Flutter, or a robust native Kotlin architecture that allows for code sharing. My plan is to leverage React Native for its strong community support and code reusability, enabling efficient development for both apps and facilitating a smoother transition to iOS. We'll build the core functionality first, ensuring secure API communication and a clean user interface, then progressively implement features like the reporter submission workflow and user commenting. Firebase Cloud Messaging will be integrated for timely push notifications. What is the expected volume of daily news updates and user comments for initial load testing? Thanks, I’m looking forward to discussing this further.
₹40,000 INR in 20 days
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Hi there, We can quickly build your Android apps (user + reporter) from your existing WordPress setup, keeping it as the single source of truth and using its REST APIs for all data flow. For the user flow, readers will be able to browse categories, read articles, receive push notifications, and post comments that sync directly with your WordPress site. Then we will build the reporter app where logged-in users can submit articles with media, track status, and receive updates when content is approved or goes live, along with proper notification setup. We will also structure the code in a way that iOS can be added later without a full rebuild, and deliver clean builds ready for Play Store along with documentation. We would request to connect once so we can review your current WordPress setup and align on plugins and flow before starting. Thanks, Rahul A.
₹65,000 INR in 30 days
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I am an expert in Shopify, WordPress, and Web Development Technologies. I am ready to start working on your WordPress-based news site project immediately. I ensure efficient development while meeting your Android app requirements. Let's turn your vision into reality. Regards, Pooja
₹56,250 INR in 3 days
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Hi there, I’ve reviewed your Android app requirements and would love to collaborate on your project. With 5+ years of experience in native Android development, I specialize in building high-performance, user-friendly apps with clean UI, optimized architecture (MVVM/MVI), and seamless API integration. I’ll start with a clear project roadmap, provide regular progress updates, and ensure the app is thoroughly tested for stability and performance before launch. Let’s connect to discuss your app idea in detail — I’m ready to bring your vision to life! Best, Bhargav Android Developer | Kotlin & Java Expert
₹56,250 INR in 7 days
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Hi there, I have read your project requirement and you need two Android apps (User + Reporter) integrated with your existing WordPress site via REST API, including content browsing, commenting, reporter submissions, and push notifications. We can build this using Flutter (recommended for future iOS scalability) or Kotlin (if you prefer native Android), ensuring clean architecture, smooth API integration, and efficient performance within your budget. The apps will fully sync with WordPress (posts, categories, comments) and support reporter workflows with media uploads and status tracking. A few quick questions: =================== Are you using default WordPress REST API or any custom endpoints/plugins? Should reporter submissions go directly live or require admin approval workflow? Do you already have Firebase set up for push notifications? Do you need offline draft support for reporters? Best Regards, Srashtasoft Team
₹56,250 INR in 17 days
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Hi, I’m Abhishek Rathore, a senior full-stack & mobile engineer. You want two Android apps tightly integrated with your existing WordPress site—keeping it as the single source while enabling readers and reporters to interact seamlessly. I can structure this cleanly and efficiently. ? Approach I’ll build both apps using Flutter for shared code and future iOS readiness. Integration will rely strictly on the WordPress REST API, with JWT auth for reporter access and custom endpoints only via lightweight plugins if needed. ✅ Core Features • User app with category-based browsing synced from WP • Real-time push via Firebase Cloud Messaging • Native comment sync with WP comment system • Reporter app with media upload (image/video) • Submission tracking with status updates • Secure login for reporters with role validation ☁️ Reliability / Performance Efficient caching (Hive/local DB) to reduce API load. Media uploads handled via background tasks with retry. API failures gracefully managed. Clean separation of data and UI layers for maintainability. ? Deliverables • Two Play Store–ready APKs • Clean, documented source code • Required WP plugin/config setup • Handover doc or walkthrough video ? Why Me Built similar content-driven apps with WP backends, including newsroom workflows like Rhythm. Do you currently use any WP auth plugin, or should I set up JWT from scratch?
₹48,750 INR in 5 days
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Your WordPress REST API will become a bottleneck the moment you hit 500 concurrent users refreshing the feed - standard WP installs choke under mobile app traffic because they weren't designed for constant polling. Before we architect the apps, I need clarity on two things: What's your current server setup (shared hosting vs VPS with caching), and are you expecting 1,000 daily active users or 50,000? The infrastructure answer changes whether we need Redis caching and CDN offloading or if your existing setup can handle it. Here's the architectural approach: - FLUTTER + WORDPRESS REST API: Build both apps from a shared codebase with role-based routing, cutting development time by 60% while keeping iOS migration trivial. Pull posts using pagination and implement local SQLite caching so users aren't hammering your server every scroll. - FIREBASE CLOUD MESSAGING: Set up topic-based push notifications tied to WordPress post categories. When you publish breaking news in the "Politics" category, subscribers get notified instantly without you manually triggering anything. - REPORTER SUBMISSION FLOW: Use WordPress's built-in media endpoints to handle photo/video uploads with progress tracking. Implement draft-saving so reporters don't lose work if their connection drops mid-story. - COMMENT SYNC: Wire the native comment system to WordPress's comment API with moderation queue support, so spam filtering still works through your existing Akismet setup. - PLAY STORE OPTIMIZATION: Configure ProGuard for code shrinking and generate signed release builds with proper versioning for seamless OTA updates. I've built 4 news apps that scaled from 5K to 200K users without the WordPress backend collapsing. The trick is aggressive caching and smart API call patterns - most developers skip this and wonder why their server crashes on launch day. Let's schedule a 15-minute call to walk through your current hosting limits and finalize the milestone breakdown before I start coding.
₹50,630 INR in 21 days
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As an accomplished Full-Stack Developer with a potent arsenal of skills including Android, Flutter, React Native, Python, and a considerable mastery over the WordPress platform-- I am well-equipped to transform your WordPress-based news site into a pair of dynamic and efficient Android apps. With my background in building and transforming high-traffic sites and leveraging the power of APIs, I’ll ensure smooth data transfer between the platforms without any changes on your existing site. What sets me apart is my ability to deliver complete, end-to-end solutions with clean code and top-notch performance. You can rely on me to maintain a clear milestone-based approach centered around API integration, UI/UX design, reporter submission flow, user commenting and category browsing experience, and last but not least, the crucial notification function. Your project's lean budget is of no concern as it only drives me to be more cost-effective while still delivering high-quality results.
₹40,000 INR in 1 day
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Hi, since your website is already live on WordPress, the fastest approach would be building both apps around the existing REST API and keeping the website as the central content source. We’d recommend Flutter for this build so the Android apps launch quickly now and an iOS version can be added later without a full rebuild. the reader app can handle category browsing, comments, and breaking news notifications, while the reporter app can manage story submissions, media uploads, and editorial status updates. Firebase can be used for push notifications, and we can keep your existing WordPress setup mostly untouched apart from any required plugins or configuration changes for smooth API integration. One thing we’d want to clarify. do reporters need offline draft-saving in phase one for areas with weak internet coverage?
₹68,000 INR in 20 days
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Dear Client, ___ I can develop two Android apps (User + Reporter) connected directly to your WordPress site via the REST API, ensuring your website remains the single source of truth. I deliver :-> 1 A User App for browsing news categories, reading articles, commenting, and receiving push notifications. 2 A Reporter App allowing journalists to log in, submit articles with photos/videos, and track editorial status. 3 Firebase Cloud Messaging integration for breaking news and editorial notifications. 4 Clean, well-documented Flutter/React Native code with Play Store–ready APK builds. Workflow & Tools :- Apps built using Flutter or React Native, integrated with the WordPress REST API, and push notifications via Firebase. Development will follow milestone phases -:-> API integration → Reporter submission → comments & categories → notifications → final build. Regards, Ravi s.
₹2,500,000 INR in 70 days
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Hi I will be able to help you. One thing I want to ask that you want to make new backend on latest technology or want to use existing backend? Please message me so that we will have detail technical discussion. I have 9+ years of combined experience in Mobile Application development, Website development, Desktop application development, 3rd party Artificial Intelligence api, AR/ VR, Chatbot, Blockchain- Cryptocurrency, CRM & ERP, Game Development and any other Software development. I am having expertise in Native on Android Java, kotlin and IOS Swift, and For Hybrid Cross platform on Flutter Dart & React- Native and for web and backend on react js and node js, Python Django , java spring boot and php CodeIgniter mvc. Please consider me and initiate a chat for further detailed discussion. Regards, Anju Logical Soft Tech Pvt Ltd, Indore(M.P)
₹40,000 INR in 20 days
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Android Apps (User + Reporter) for WordPress News Platform via REST API I can build two scalable Android apps (User + Reporter) that fully integrate with your existing WordPress site using the REST API, keeping it as the single source of truth. The user app will support category-based browsing, article reading, commenting sync, and push notifications for breaking news, while the reporter app will handle content submission (text, images, video) and editorial status tracking. I recommend Flutter or React Native for cross-platform readiness, ensuring an easy future iOS expansion without rebuilding from scratch. Thanks
₹45,000 INR in 14 days
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Hi, I can build both apps using Flutter or Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) with clean architecture for future iOS expansion. I’ll integrate fully with the WordPress REST API for posts, categories, comments, and reporter submissions. User app: browsing, comments sync, push notifications. Reporter app: login, media upload, status tracking, editorial workflow. FCM push notifications and required WP plugins setup included. Milestone-based delivery as requested. Ready to start.
₹37,500 INR in 7 days
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Your project aims to extend your WordPress news site into two Android apps with tight integration and smooth workflows for both readers and reporters. I’ve helped a local media outlet build a similar dual-app system that syncs fully with WordPress via REST API without changing their existing site. To keep your budget lean and milestones clear, I’d start by creating a solid API integration layer with basic UI elements for both apps to ensure your WordPress categories and content flow correctly. For reporters, I’ll implement an intuitive submission form supporting photo/video uploads and real-time editorial status tracking. Readers will get category browsing and commenting that syncs back through the API. Lastly, push notifications will be configured with Firebase for breaking news and editorial alerts, as you indicated. A quick question: do you already have any WordPress plugins installed for REST API authentication, or should I include setup of something like JWT or OAuth for secure reporter login? Also, do you want comments to support moderation from within WordPress? I’m set to start with the first milestone and deliver clean, reusable code structured for easy iOS porting later. Let’s get this moving.
₹56,250 INR in 7 days
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Drawing from my extensive 9+ years of web and mobile app development experience, I possess the skills necessary to transform your WordPress-based news site into Android apps seamlessly. I strongly believe in crafting performance-driven systems that enhance the user experience, automate workflows, and support business growth - all values that align with your vision. Flutter, React Native and Kotlin are all familiar territory for me, empowering me to ensure your app code is well-structured for an iOS build if needed. One key strength I could bring to your project is my proficiency in working with the WordPress REST API. This means I can proficiently pull and post data with no alterations necessary for your existing site.I am also comfortable working with different push notification services such as Firebase Cloud Messaging to ensure that breaking news gets to readers promptly. Working together, we can turn your news portal into a pair of Android apps tailored to meet both journalistic needs and reader interests.
₹37,500 INR in 7 days
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I have read your job post and I understand you need two Android apps connected to your existing WordPress news site using the WordPress REST API. I am a mobile app developer with experience in React Native/Flutter, WordPress API integration, and push notification systems. I will build both apps while keeping WordPress as your single source of truth. The user app will show news by categories, support comments sync, and send push notifications using Firebase Cloud Messaging. The reporter app will allow secure login, article submission with media upload, and status tracking (approved, edit needed, published). My plan is to use a cross-platform structure so the code can later be reused for iOS without rewriting everything. I will also keep the app lightweight, modular, and easy to maintain. I will follow your milestone structure and deliver step by step, including API integration, submission flow, notifications, and Play Store-ready builds. The final result will be two stable Android apps fully connected to your WordPress backend with clean documentation and handover support.
₹45,000 INR in 20 days
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I’m a senior Android developer with 7+ years of experience and strong expertise in WordPress REST API integration and Firebase (FCM). I can efficiently build both user and reporter apps with clean architecture, real-time sync, and scalable code for future iOS support.
₹56,250 INR in 7 days
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✋ Hi There!!! ✋ THE GOAL OF THE PROJECT:- TO BUILD TWO ANDROID APPS FOR WORDPRESS NEWS PORTAL WITH USER AND REPORTER WORKFLOWS USING REST API AND PUSH NOTIFICATIONS I have carefully read the complete requirement and understand you want a clean scalable mobile solution where WordPress remains the single source of truth with separate apps for users and reporters. I am best fit because I have strong experience in building WordPress integrated mobile applications with clean architecture and reliable API based workflows. 1 WordPress REST API integration for posts categories comments media and user actions 2 Reporter app with login story submission images video upload and editorial status tracking 3 User app with category browsing comments sync and push notifications via Firebase UI design, database management, testing, full source code delivery at completion and essential API integration support. 9+ years experience as a full stack developer. Similar projects include WordPress news apps and Flutter based content publishing systems with admin reporter workflows. Looking forward to chat with you for make a deal Best Regards Elisha Mariam!
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