Overview
The goal of the Deendar project was to build a comprehensive Islamic companion application that provides Muslims with essential religious tools in one beautifully designed mobile app. Instead of installing multiple applications for prayer times, the Holy Quran, Hajj guidance, Duas, Qibla direction, Tasbeeh, Islamic Calendar, and Zakat calculations, users can access everything from a single, lightweight, and intuitive platform.
The application focuses on improving the daily spiritual experience of Muslims by providing accurate prayer times based on location, a complete Quran reader, Hajj learning resources, Islamic reminders, and many additional features while maintaining a clean user interface and smooth user experience.
Designed for everyday use, Deendar aims to become a trusted digital companion for worship, learning, and religious guidance, helping users stay connected to their faith wherever they are.
Project Overview
Deendar is a feature-rich Islamic mobile application developed to serve the everyday religious needs of Muslims around the world. The application combines prayer management, Quran reading, Hajj guidance, Islamic education, devotional tools, and practical utilities into one unified experience.
Users can access accurate daily prayer schedules based on their current location, read all 114 Surahs of the Holy Quran, locate the Qibla direction, explore the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, calculate Zakat, use a digital Tasbeeh counter, browse authentic Duas, and prepare for Hajj using comprehensive step-by-step guides, rituals, checklists, and supplications.
The application also offers customizable settings, allowing users to choose prayer calculation methods, Madhhab preferences, Adhan audio, language, app themes, and prayer notifications. Every feature has been designed with simplicity, accessibility, and usability in mind to support users in their daily worship and spiritual growth.
Key Features
Prayer Times
- Accurate prayer times based on current GPS location.
- Displays Fajr, Sunrise, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha.
- Hijri and Gregorian calendar support.
- Daily prayer schedule updates.
- Beautiful prayer dashboard.
Holy Quran
- Complete Holy Quran with all 114 Surahs.
- Arabic text with English titles.
- Fast Surah search.
- Organized Surah list.
- Easy navigation between chapters.
Qibla Compass
- Accurate Qibla direction using device sensors.
- Real-time compass.
- Simple and easy-to-use interface.
Hajj Companion
Hajj Guide
- Step-by-step Hajj instructions.
- Complete pilgrimage workflow.
- Practical guidance for every stage of Hajj.
Hajj Ritual Steps
Visual explanation of:
- Ihram
- Tawaf
- Sa'i
- Mina
- Arafat
- Muzdalifah
- Rami al-Jamarat
- Sacrifice
- Halq/Taqsir
- Farewell Tawaf
Hajj Duas
- Authentic Arabic Duas.
- Transliteration.
- English translation.
- Easy sharing functionality.
Hajj Checklist
Provides preparation checklist including:
- Ihram Clothing
- Passport & Documents
- Prayer Mat
- Medicines
- Toiletries
- Water Bottle
- Walking Shoes
- Power Bank
- Travel Essentials
Duas Collection
- Daily Islamic supplications.
- Arabic text.
- Transliteration.
- English meaning.
- Easy sharing.
Tasbeeh Counter
- Digital Tasbeeh.
- Easy counting interface.
- Reset functionality.
- Daily Dhikr support.
99 Names of Allah
- Complete list of Asma-ul-Husna.
- Arabic names.
- English meanings.
- Search functionality.
- Beautiful presentation.
Islamic Calendar
- Hijri Calendar.
- Islamic months.
- Islamic date conversion.
- Daily Hijri date display.
Zakat Calculator
- Simple Zakat calculation.
- Supports multiple asset types.
- Calculates payable Zakat accurately.
Mosque Finder
- Helps locate nearby mosques.
- GPS-enabled location support.
Notification System
Customizable prayer notifications:
- Fajr
- Dhuhr
- Asr
- Maghrib
- Isha
Users can enable or disable notifications individually.
Prayer Settings
Supports multiple calculation methods including:
- ISNA
- MWL
- Umm Al-Qura
- Egyptian General Authority
- Karachi Method
- Other supported methods
Search Features
- Quran Search
- 99 Names Search
- Quick Navigation
User-Friendly Navigation
Bottom navigation provides quick access to:
- Home
- Prayer
- Quran
- Qibla
- More Features
Offline Support
Most educational content is accessible offline, allowing users to continue learning and worship even without an internet connection. Features requiring live location or map services, such as prayer times based on GPS or mosque finding, may use device location and internet services where applicable.
Modern Material Design
- Elegant Islamic-inspired interface.
- Smooth navigation.
- Responsive layouts.
- Card-based design.
- Clean typography.
- User-friendly experience.
Technology Used
Frontend
- Java
- XML Layouts
- Material Design Components
Backend
- SQLite Database
- Local Data Storage
- Shared Preferences
APIs & Services
- GPS Location Services
- Prayer Time Calculation Engine
- Compass Sensor (Qibla)
- Notification Manager
Development Tools
- Android Studio
- Android SDK
Database
- SQLite
Project Outcome
The completed application delivers a comprehensive digital Islamic ecosystem that supports Muslims in their daily worship, learning, and religious practices. By integrating prayer management, Quran reading, Hajj guidance, Duas, Tasbeeh, Islamic Calendar, Qibla navigation, Zakat calculation, and additional utilities into one application, Deendar provides a reliable, intuitive, and feature-rich solution for users seeking a complete Islamic companion on their Android devices.
Project Duration
Approximately 8–12 Weeks (including requirement analysis, UI/UX design, Android development, API integration, offline content implementation, testing, optimization, and deployment).