RestaurantPOS – VB.NET WPF Application With Free ASP.NET Web extension

Description

RestaurantPOS – VB.NET WPF Application with FREE ASP.NET Web Extension

RestaurantPOS is a fast, reliable, and scalable VB.NET WPF desktop POS built for Windows that streamlines dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and kitchen operations. Paired with the included ASP.NET Web Extension, you get browser-based dashboards, remote reporting, and optional online ordering—perfect for cafés, restaurants, food courts, and franchise chains. Purchases from wpshop.net include lifetime free updates and limited email support under a flexible GPL license.

🚀 Feature Highlights

• ✅ Modern WPF Interface: Clean, touch-friendly UI for quick table turns and fewer cashier errors.
• ✅ Table, Floor & Section Management: Visual floor plans, table status, reservations, and split/merge bills.
• ✅ Kitchen Display & KOT Printing: Route items to stations (bar, grill, pastry) with tickets or KDS screens.
• ✅ Menu Modifiers & Combos: Upsize, add-ons, cooking notes, combo pricing, and happy-hour rules.
• ✅ Inventory & Recipes (BOM): Auto stock deduction by recipe, wastage logs, purchase orders, suppliers.
• ✅ Multi-Outlet & Roles: Branch control, user permissions, cashier shift control, and audit trails.
• ✅ Offline-First with Sync: Work locally on Windows; sync to the ASP.NET web extension for cloud reports.
• ✅ Payments & Discounts: Cash, card, wallet, split payments, tips, coupons, and service charges.

📖 Detailed Overview

RestaurantPOS is engineered in VB.NET (WPF) for reliable, low-latency in-store operations—think instant item lookup, rapid modifiers, and stable printer support. The companion ASP.NET Web Extension adds a secure, browser-based back office for catalog updates, staff management, and advanced analytics. Configure stations and printers by category, define recipes for exact cost control, and monitor performance with drill-down reports. Whether you run a single diner or a multi-site brand, RestaurantPOS scales with your growth and keeps the front-of-house and kitchen perfectly in sync.

📊 Comparison Table

Feature	RestaurantPOS (WPF + ASP.NET)	Typical Browser-Only POS
Speed & Stability	✔ Native Windows app, printer-friendly	✖ Dependent on network latency
Kitchen Routing	✔ Per-station KOT/KDS with rules	✖ Limited ticket routing
Offline Operation	✔ Works offline; syncs to web	✖ Breaks when internet drops
Inventory by Recipe	✔ BOM, auto deduction, costing	✖ Often add-on or unavailable
Multi-Outlet Control	✔ Built-in with roles & audits	✖ Requires extra modules
Licensing & Updates	✔ GPL + lifetime updates (wpshop.net)	✖ Recurring SaaS fees

⚙️ Installation Guide

1. Download: Get the RestaurantPOS package from your wpshop.net account.
2. Desktop (WPF) Setup: On a Windows PC, run the installer; it will install required .NET dependencies if missing.
3. Database: Choose LocalDB/SQL Express (single store) or point to SQL Server (multi-terminal/outlet).
4. Printers & Devices: Add receipt/kitchen printers, cash drawer, barcode/QR scanner, and customer display.
5. Catalog: Create categories, items, modifiers, taxes, and service charges. Configure table maps and sections.
6. Web Extension (ASP.NET): Upload the web project to IIS or your Windows server; configure DB connection in appsettings.json.
7. Sync: In the POS settings, enter the Web API URL and outlet token to enable cloud sync and remote reports.
8. Users & Roles: Create cashiers, chefs, managers; assign permissions and enable shift control.
9. Go Live: Test a full ticket → KOT → payment → print cycle; verify inventory deduction and reports.

🔑 Licensing Information

RestaurantPOS – VB.NET WPF Application with ASP.NET Web Extension is distributed under the GPL (General Public License). You may install, modify, and deploy it on unlimited projects you own or manage. This product is provided by wpshop.net and is not affiliated with the original developer. Your purchase includes lifetime free updates and limited email support (installation & bug-related assistance).

❓ FAQs

Q1: Does RestaurantPOS work without internet?

Yes. The WPF desktop app runs offline; when online, it syncs sales and inventory with the ASP.NET web extension.

Q2: Can I route items to multiple kitchen printers or KDS screens?

Absolutely. Map categories (e.g., drinks, grill) to specific printers or KDS, with separate ticket numbering.

Q3: What databases are supported?

SQL Server/SQL Express/LocalDB for POS; the web extension also uses SQL Server. Connection strings are configurable.

Q4: Does it support split bills, tips, and multiple tenders?

Yes. Split/merge bills, add tips, and accept cash/card/wallet with mixed payments.

Q5: Can I manage multiple outlets?

Yes. Create branches, set price lists, restrict user roles, and view consolidated or per-outlet reports.

Q6: Are updates and support included?

Yes. You get lifetime free updates and limited email support from wpshop.net.

🌟 Why Choose RestaurantPOS?

Because kitchens need speed and owners need clarity. RestaurantPOS combines a native Windows POS (for blazing-fast service and rock-solid printing) with a web back office for real-time insights. You’ll control recipes and costs, streamline KOT/KDS workflows, and scale to multiple outlets—without recurring SaaS fees.

🚀 Get Started Today!

Serve faster, waste less, and grow smarter with RestaurantPOS. Deploy the Windows POS, connect the ASP.NET web extension, and take full control of your restaurant operations. Add to Cart Now to unlock GPL freedom, lifetime free updates, and dependable email support from wpshop.net.