Title: Detailed Analysis Report on Online Job Portal
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction
2. Project Overview
3. Objectives
4. System Requirements
5. System Architecture
6. Functional Requirements
7. Non-Functional Requirements
8. Use Case Diagrams
9. Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram
10. Database Design
11. User Roles and Permissions
12. User Interface Design
13. Implementation Strategy
14. Technologies Used
15. Security Considerations
16. Testing Strategies
17. Challenges and Solutions
18. Future Enhancements
19. Conclusion
20. References
1. Introduction
The Online Job Portal is a web-based application developed using Django to connect job seekers with
employers. The system provides a structured platform where job seekers can apply for jobs,
employers can post job openings, and administrators can manage the entire process efficiently.
2. Project Overview
This project is designed to streamline the hiring process, reduce paperwork, and enhance
accessibility for job opportunities. The platform enables user-friendly job searching, application
tracking, resume uploads, and interview scheduling.
3. Objectives
To develop a job portal that connects job seekers and employers.
To provide a secure and structured platform for job applications.
To simplify the recruitment process through automated features.
To facilitate resume storage, job matching, and employer-employee communication.
4. System Requirements
Hardware Requirements:
Server with a minimum of 8GB RAM and 100GB storage.
Internet-enabled devices for users.
Software Requirements:
Django (Python Framework)
PostgreSQL/MySQL Database
HTML, CSS, JavaScript for front-end
Bootstrap or Tailwind for UI styling
5. System Architecture
The system follows a three-tier architecture:
Presentation Layer: Handles user interactions.
Application Layer: Processes business logic.
Database Layer: Stores job postings, resumes, and applications.
6. Functional Requirements
User authentication and authorization.
Job posting and search functionalities.
Resume upload and management.
Employer dashboard for job management.
Application tracking system.
Interview scheduling.
7. Non-Functional Requirements
Scalability to accommodate a growing number of users.
Secure handling of user data.
Responsive UI for different devices.
Fast response time for searches and applications.
8. Use Case Diagrams
Diagrams illustrating interactions between job seekers, employers, and administrators.
9. Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram
A diagram showing the relationships between users, jobs, applications, and resumes.
10. Database Design
Tables include:
Users (id, name, email, role, password)
Jobs (id, title, description, employer_id, location, salary)
Applications (id, job_id, user_id, resume_id, status)
Resumes (id, user_id, file_path, skills)
11. User Roles and Permissions
Admin: Full system access and management.
Employer: Posts jobs, reviews applications, and schedules interviews.
Job Seeker: Searches jobs, applies, and tracks application status.
12. User Interface Design
Job listings page with filters.
Application tracking dashboard.
Resume upload and profile management.
Employer dashboard for job postings.
13. Implementation Strategy
The development follows an Agile methodology with iterative releases.
14. Technologies Used
Django Framework
PostgreSQL Database
JavaScript for interactivity
Bootstrap for styling
15. Security Considerations
Secure login with password encryption.
HTTPS implementation for secure communication.
Input validation to prevent SQL injection.
16. Testing Strategies
Unit testing for individual modules.
Integration testing for system components.
User acceptance testing (UAT) before deployment.
17. Challenges and Solutions
Challenges include managing large numbers of job postings and user applications. Solutions involve
implementing efficient search and indexing mechanisms.
18. Future Enhancements
AI-based job recommendations.
Video-based interview integration.
Mobile application development.
19. Conclusion
The Online Job Portal simplifies recruitment by connecting job seekers with employers in an efficient,
user-friendly, and secure manner.
20. References
Citations and references to relevant documentation and sources used in the project.
Software Requirements Specification (SRS) for Online Job Portal
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction
o Purpose
o Document Conventions
o Intended Audience and Reading Suggestions
o Product Scope
o References
2. Overall Description
o Product Perspective
o Product Functions
o User Classes and Characteristics
o Operating Environment
o Design and Implementation Constraints
o Assumptions and Dependencies
3. Specific Requirements
o Functional Requirements
o Non-Functional Requirements
o External Interface Requirements
o System Features
4. System Models
o Use Case Models
o Entity-Relationship Diagrams
o Sequence Diagrams
o Data Flow Diagrams
5. Design Constraints
o Regulatory Policies
o Hardware Limitations
o Reliability Requirements
o Security Requirements
6. Appendices
7. Index
1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose
The Online Job Portal is a web-based system developed using Django to facilitate job searching and
recruitment. It provides a platform where job seekers can apply for jobs, employers can post job
openings, and administrators can manage the entire process efficiently.
1.2 Document Conventions
This document follows IEEE SRS standards.
1.3 Intended Audience and Reading Suggestions
Employers
Job Seekers
Administrators
Developers and Testers
1.4 Product Scope
The system will provide:
Secure job searching and application process.
Employer job postings and candidate management.
Resume uploads and profile management.
Interview scheduling and tracking.
1.5 References
Django Framework Documentation
IEEE Software Engineering Standards
PostgreSQL/MySQL Database Guidelines
2. Overall Description
2.1 Product Perspective
The system acts as an intermediary between job seekers and employers, facilitating recruitment and
application tracking in an online environment.
2.2 Product Functions
User Authentication and Authorization.
Job Posting and Search Functionalities.
Resume Upload and Management.
Employer Dashboard for Job Management.
Application Tracking System.
Interview Scheduling and Notifications.
2.3 User Classes and Characteristics
Administrator: Manages users, jobs, and overall system settings.
Employer: Posts jobs, reviews applications, and schedules interviews.
Job Seeker: Searches for jobs, applies, and tracks applications.
2.4 Operating Environment
Web-based platform accessible via modern browsers.
Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
2.5 Design and Implementation Constraints
Must be developed using Django Framework.
Secure file storage for resumes.
Compliance with employment and data protection policies.
2.6 Assumptions and Dependencies
Users must have internet access.
The system will be managed by an administrator for role assignment.
3. Specific Requirements
3.1 Functional Requirements
User Registration and Authentication.
Job Posting and Editing by Employers.
Job Search and Filtering by Job Seekers.
Resume Upload and Storage.
Application Tracking System.
Employer Dashboard with Candidate List.
Interview Scheduling and Communication System.
3.2 Non-Functional Requirements
Scalability to support large user bases.
Secure user data handling.
Responsive UI for mobile and desktop users.
Fast search and filtering capabilities.
3.3 External Interface Requirements
RESTful API for third-party integrations.
Email/SMS notifications for job updates.
3.4 System Features
Role-Based Access Control.
Employer and Job Seeker Dashboards.
Automated Email Notifications.
AI-Based Job Recommendations.
4. System Models
4.1 Use Case Models
Illustrate the interactions between job seekers, employers, and administrators.
4.2 Entity-Relationship Diagrams
Show relationships between Users, Jobs, Applications, and Resumes.
4.3 Sequence Diagrams
Depict the step-by-step process of job posting, application, and hiring.
4.4 Data Flow Diagrams
Represent data flow across system components.
5. Design Constraints
5.1 Regulatory Policies
Compliance with GDPR and employment laws.
5.2 Hardware Limitations
Server with at least 8GB RAM and 100GB storage.
5.3 Reliability Requirements
99.9% uptime guarantee.
5.4 Security Requirements
Password encryption and secure authentication.
HTTPS communication for data security.
6. Appendices
Additional technical documentation.
7. Index
Alphabetical list of key terms used in this document.