MAHARASTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION

MUMBAI
BHARTI VIDYAPEETH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY NAVI MUMBAI.
DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.

ACADEMIC YEAR-2024-2025.

MICROPROJECT:
Subject: PHP(22619).
Title: Task Management System.
Professor: MR. Sandeep Shinde Sir.

“Submitted By”
Roll No Name Of Student Enrollment No.

3639 Rohan Jaydas Patil. 2200270333

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  INDEX

SR No. Table Of Contents. Page No.

1. Introduction To PHP. 3

2. Introduction To Project (Task Management) 4

3. Scope Of Project 5

4. Modules & Features 6

5. Implementation 7

6. Challenges & Solutions 8

7. Outputs 9
8. Conclusion 12

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  Introduction To PHP
PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a widely-used, open-source scripting language primarily
designed for web development. It runs on the server side and is used to create dynamic and
interactive web pages.

 Key Features of PHP:

 Server-Side Execution:
o PHP scripts run on the server, and only the output (usually HTML) is sent to
the browser.
 Embedded in HTML:
o PHP can be directly embedded within HTML code, making it easy to
integrate with web pages.
 Cross-Platform:
o Works on various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and supports
most web servers like Apache and Nginx.
 Database Support:
o PHP supports multiple databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and
SQLite, making it ideal for database-driven applications.

 Common Uses of PHP:

 Creating dynamic websites.

 Handling forms (data collection, validation, processing).
 User authentication (login, registration).
 Interacting with databases.

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  Introduction to Project
A Task Management System is a web-based platform that helps users organize, track, and
manage their daily tasks efficiently. It serves as a personal or team productivity tool where users
can create, update, and categorize tasks based on their priority and status. With the increasing
need for structured task management, this system provides an easy and effective way to stay
organized and improve productivity.

This platform is designed with two main user roles: admin and users. The admin is responsible
for managing users and overseeing system activities, while the users can create, edit, and delete
tasks to track their work progress.

 Key Functionalities of the Task Management System:

1. Admin Panel (Task Management Control):

The admin panel is a backend system that allows an administrator to manage

users and oversee system operations. This includes:

 User Management: The admin can create, update, and delete user accounts to
control platform access.
 Task Monitoring: The admin can view and track user activity to ensure the
system is functioning optimally.

2. User Interface (Task Management Portal):

The user interface is designed for individuals or teams to manage their tasks
effectively. The key features include:

 Task Creation & Editing:

 Users can add tasks with details such as title, description, priority, and due date.
 Task Categorization:
 Tasks can be classified based on priority levels (High, Medium, Low) to
enhance organization.

 Task Status Tracking:

 Users can update task status as "Pending," "In Progress," or "Completed" to
monitor progress.
 Deadline Reminders (Optional): The system can send alerts for upcoming
due dates, helping users stay on schedule.

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  Scope of Project
1. Project Overview:

The Task Management System is a web-based platform designed to help users

efficiently organize and track their tasks. The system enables users to create, update, and delete
tasks while allowing admins to manage users and oversee system functionality. The platform is
developed using PHP with MySQL, ensuring a scalable and secure task management
experience.

2. Objectives:

 Develop a user-friendly and responsive task management platform.

 Provide an admin panel for managing users and monitoring tasks.
 Enable users to create, categorize, and track their tasks efficiently.
 Ensure secure authentication and task accessibility.

3. Project Scope:

3.1. Functional Scope:

A. Admin Panel (Task Management System):

 Secure admin login with authentication.

 User Management: Create, edit, and delete user accounts.
 Task Monitoring: View and track user activity to ensure smooth system
operations.

B. User Features (Task Management Portal):

 User Registration & Login:

 Secure authentication for task management access.
 Task Creation & Editing:
 Users can add, update, and delete tasks with details like title, description,
and due date.
 Task Categorization:
 Classify tasks based on priority levels (High, Medium, Low).
 Task Status Tracking: Update task progress as Pending, In Progress, or
Completed.

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  Modules & Features
 User Module (Task Management Features):

1. User Registration/Login – Secure authentication system for users.

2. Profile Management – Edit personal details, update passwords, and manage tasks.
3. Task Creation – Users can add new tasks with a title, description, and deadline.

 Admin Module (Management Features):

1. Add/Update/Delete Tasks – Manage tasks by editing or removing them if necessary.

2. Manage Users – View, approve, and control user access to the system.

 Database Design

 ER Diagram:

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  Implementation

Implementation of Task Management System

Developing a Task Management System requires a structured approach with the right
development tools and proper code organization. Below is a breakdown of the tools, code
structure, and key functionalities required for its implementation.

1. Development Tools

To ensure smooth backend, frontend, and database operations, the following tools will be used:

Backend & Server

XAMPP – A local server that includes Apache (web server), MySQL (database), and
PHP.

PHP – Server-side scripting language for managing user authentication, task creation,
and assignments.

MySQL – Relational database for storing users, tasks, deadlines, and statuses.

Frontend Development

HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript – Core technologies for designing the user interface.

Development Environment

VS Code – Code editor for writing PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

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  Challenges & Solutions for E-Learning Website Development
Challenges & Solutions for E-Learning Website Development

When developing an E-Learning Website using PHP and MySQL, several challenges arise.
Below are some key challenges and their solutions:

1. User Authentication & Security:

 Problem: Protecting login credentials and preventing unauthorized access.

 Solution: Use password hashing (bcrypt), SQL prepared statements, and session
security measures.

2. Course Management:

 Problem: Handling large amounts of educational content.

 Solution: Store metadata in MySQL and use cloud storage for media files.

3. Access Control:

 Problem: Restricting lessons to enrolled students.

 Solution: Use an enrollment table (user_id, course_id) and verify access before
displaying content.

4. Performance Optimization:

 Problem: Slow page load due to large video files.

 Solution: Use external video hosting (YouTube private links, AWS S3).

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 Output

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  Conclusion

Developing a Task Management System using PHP, MySQL, and Bootstrap presents both
opportunities and challenges. By implementing a well-structured code architecture, secure
authentication, and efficient task management features, the system ensures a smooth user
experience for task tracking and management.

Key measures such as secure user authentication (bcrypt), optimized database queries (JOIN,
indexing), and a responsive UI (Bootstrap 5) enhance the performance, security, and usability of
the system.

Despite challenges like database performance, secure access control, and task organization,
solutions such as SQL indexing, session management, and role-based access control ensure
efficiency and reliability.

In conclusion, this Task Management System will serve as a secure, scalable, and user-friendly
platform, enabling users to create, assign, and track tasks while admins can manage users and
monitor task progress. With continuous improvements and scalability considerations, the system
can adapt to future workflow management needs.

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