CHAPTER 1
ABSTRACT
Learning Management System (LMS) is a project which aims at developing a
video-based online educational platform that simplifies and enhances the
process of delivering and accessing educational content. This project introduces
several features that are generally not available in basic online learning systems,
such as secure user authentication through Clerk, integrated online payments via
Stripe, and the ability for administrators to manage courses, videos, and
transactions through a dedicated admin panel.
After registering and logging in to their accounts, students can browse through a
variety of available courses, view course details, and securely enroll in their
preferred courses by completing the payment process. Once the payment is
successfully completed, students can access the course content, which primarily
includes instructional videos played using react-youtube integration within the
platform. The students also have access to a personal dashboard where they
can monitor their learning progress and view their enrolled courses.
On the other hand, administrators have the ability to manage the entire system
by adding, updating, or deleting courses, uploading video content, setting course
pricing, and managing student enrollments and transactions. The system also
provides secure role-based access control to ensure data privacy and integrity.
Overall, this project is being developed to assist both students and administrators
by creating an organized, efficient, and user-friendly environment for managing
online learning activities, reducing manual effort, and offering a structured
platform for digital education.
CHAPTER 2
INTRODUCTION
2.1 Project Description:
The project titled Learning Management System (LMS) is a web-based
platform designed for managing and delivering video-based educational content.
The system primarily focuses on simplifying the operations involved in managing
online learning, such as user authentication, course enrollment, video playback,
and payment processing.
The Learning Management System has been developed using React.js for the
frontend, Node.js with Express.js for backend services, and MongoDB for
database management. It is specifically designed to help both Admins and
Students interact with the system efficiently through their respective dashboards.
The system offers role-based authentication where Admins have full control over
course management, video uploads, pricing, and transaction records, while
Students can browse available courses, make secure payments, and access
educational content seamlessly. This platform uses Clerk for user authentication,
Stripe for secure payment processing, and react-youtube for embedding
instructional videos.
Our software is intuitive and beginner-friendly, providing a clean and organized
interface for both students and administrators. It features a well-designed
dashboard for easy navigation, combined with secure access and reliable data
management. The reporting and management capabilities of the admin panel
assist in monitoring transactions, enrollments, and course progress, offering a
comprehensive solution for online education.
The Learning Management System has two main modules:
● Admin
● Student
Admin:
The Admin module holds the responsibility of defining and managing the core
functionalities of the LMS platform. Traditionally, course content and enrollments
were manually managed, which often led to inefficiencies and inconsistencies.
The proposed LMS streamlines this by providing the Admin with the ability to:
● Create, update, and delete courses.
● Upload and manage video content for each course.
● Set course pricing and manage payment records.
● Track student enrollments and manage user access.
● Monitor transactions and handle disputes or issues.
Student:
The Student module allows learners to browse available courses, view course
details, and securely enroll in courses through the integrated payment system.
Once enrolled, students can:
● Access video content embedded within the platform.
● Track their course progress through a personal dashboard.
● View their purchase history and enrolled courses.
The Student module is designed to be beginner-friendly and can be used by both
new and experienced users. The platform ensures that only paid students gain
access to premium video content, securing the system from unauthorized use.
2.2 Scope of the Project:
The Learning Management System modernizes traditional education delivery
by converting physical, manual processes into an organized and fully digital
learning platform. The system caters to educational institutions, training centers,
and independent course creators aiming to deliver video-based content online.
This project is designed to benefit both administrators and students:
● Admins gain a complete, centralized system for managing courses, users,
payments, and video content.
● Students get a secure, easy-to-use platform for exploring courses,
enrolling, and accessing educational content.
The product is scalable, allowing new features like quizzes, certificates, or live
classes to be integrated as needed. The modular structure makes it adaptable to
future requirements, ensuring flexibility and ease of maintenance.
The LMS can be adopted by schools, colleges, private tutors, and professional
training institutes for effective online education delivery. The use of React.js and
Node.js ensures a fast, scalable, and maintainable solution that can operate
efficiently on modern web platforms.
2.3 Purpose:
The primary purpose of this project is to automate and streamline the process of
online course management, reducing human effort and providing a centralized,
user-friendly platform for both students and administrators.
The system aims to:
● Simplify the process of course creation, enrollment, and management.
● Enable secure online payments and controlled video access.
● Provide students with an organized dashboard for progress tracking.
● Offer administrators a comprehensive management system for courses,
users, and transactions.
● Reduce manual errors and administrative workload.
● Enhance the overall learning experience through digital convenience.
By implementing this LMS, educational institutions can improve operational
efficiency, save time, and enhance the quality of education delivery for students.
2.4 Existing System:
In existing traditional online education systems, most course management,
payment processing, and video content access were handled through
disconnected or semi-automated processes. Course creators or admins had to
manage multiple tools for video hosting, payment collection, and user
authentication, often leading to inefficiencies and security risks.
Problems identified in the existing systems:
● Lack of a centralized, all-in-one management platform.
● Complicated payment and transaction tracking.
● Difficulty in controlling video access based on payment status.
● Inefficient manual management of course content and enrollments.
● No personal dashboards for students to track their progress.
● Security concerns related to unauthorized access and payment handling.
The absence of a dedicated, secure, and streamlined Learning Management
System created gaps in user experience and operational workflow.
2.5 Proposed System:
The proposed Learning Management System addresses the limitations of the
existing system by offering an integrated, automated, and user-friendly web
application for managing video-based online learning.
Key features of the proposed system include:
● User-friendly interface with modern design and responsive layout.
● Fast and secure database access using MongoDB.
● Minimal errors through form validations and secure transactions.
● More storage capacity for courses, videos, and user records.
● Search and filter functionality for finding relevant courses easily.
● Look and feel environment for a modern and intuitive user experience.
The system provides role-based access control, ensuring that only authorized
users can access admin or student features. Secure payment processing through
Stripe and protected user authentication via Clerk further enhance the platform’s
reliability and safety.
The LMS not only improves the efficiency of course and user management but
also enriches the online learning experience for students, offering them a
convenient and interactive educational environment.
CHAPTER 3
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ANALYSIS
3.1 SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Front End:
● HTML
● CSS
● JavaScript
● Tailwind CSS
● React.js
● react-youtube
● Stripe
● Clerk
Back End:
● Node.js
● Express.js
Database:
● MongoDB
Operating System:
● Windows 10 or later / macOS / Linux
Server:
● Node.js server runtime
● Cloud services for deployment (Vercel)
3.2 HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
Processor: Intel i3 7th Gen or equivalent and above
Memory: 4GB RAM (Minimum), 8GB or higher recommended
Hard Disk: Minimum 10GB free space for project files, dependencies, and
database storage
3.3 SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
3.3.1 HTML
HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the backbone of all web pages. It defines the
structure, layout, and content arrangement on each page of the LMS. In this project,
HTML is used to:
● Structure course details, videos, descriptions, and payment forms.
● Create elements like headings, buttons, image placeholders, and links.
● Work as the base for integrating other technologies like CSS, JavaScript, and
React components.
Importance in LMS:
It provides the essential framework upon which the entire user interface is built.
3.3.2 CSS
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) controls the visual design and layout of the web pages.
It allows developers to apply styles like colors, fonts, spacing, and animations.
Uses in LMS:
● Designing clean and responsive layouts for different screens.
● Making the platform visually appealing and user-friendly.
● Enhancing readability and navigation between pages.
Importance in LMS:
Without CSS, the LMS would only display plain, unstyled content, making it difficult for
users to navigate and engage.
3.3.3 JavaScript
JavaScript is a dynamic scripting language that brings interactivity to web applications.
It allows real-time changes and response to user actions.
Uses in LMS:
● Form validations (sign-up, payment forms).
● Interactive features like search filters, dropdowns, and alerts.
● Communicating with backend servers to fetch or update data without page
reload.
● Handling client-side logic for a smoother user experience.
Importance in LMS:
Essential for enhancing user engagement and making the platform dynamic and
responsive.
3.3.4 Tailwind CSS
Tailwind CSS is a modern utility-first CSS framework that speeds up the development
process by providing pre-built utility classes.
Uses in LMS:
● Rapidly building consistent, clean UI components like navigation bars, cards,
modals, and buttons.
● Reducing custom CSS code by applying class-based styles directly in HTML/JSX
files.
● Making pages mobile-friendly and responsive with minimal effort.
Importance in LMS:
Tailwind ensures faster development, maintainable code, and a visually pleasing,
consistent UI across the platform.
3.3.5 React.js
React.js is a popular JavaScript library for creating interactive and component-based
user interfaces.
Uses in LMS:
● Dynamically rendering video lectures, course lists, and dashboards.
● Managing application state (like enrolled courses and payment status) efficiently.
● Breaking the application into reusable components for scalability and
maintenance.
● Handling route-based navigation and API interactions seamlessly.
Importance in LMS:
It enables a smooth, fast, and interactive learning experience without full-page reloads.
3.3.6 react-youtube
react-youtube is a React wrapper component to embed and control YouTube videos.
Uses in LMS:
● Embedding lecture videos, tutorials, and demo content.
● Providing video controls like play, pause, seek, volume, and fullscreen options.
● Managing video playback events (like onPlay, onPause) within React
components.
Importance in LMS:
Delivers an efficient video-based learning experience directly on the platform.
3.3.7 Stripe
Stripe is a secure, developer-friendly payment gateway API.
Uses in LMS:
● Handling online payments for course enrollments and subscriptions.
● Supporting multiple payment methods like cards, UPI, and wallets.
● Providing transaction records and receipts for users.
● Ensuring secure, PCI-compliant financial transactions.
Importance in LMS:
Vital for monetizing courses and managing financial operations securely and efficiently.
3.3.8 Clerk
Clerk is an authentication and user management platform designed for modern web
applications.
Uses in LMS:
● Managing user registration and login processes.
● Handling roles for students, instructors, and administrators.
● Offering secure session management and user profile handling.
● Supporting advanced authentication methods like OTP and passwordless logins.
Importance in LMS:
Ensures secure and easy access to the platform for different user roles.
3.3.9 Node.js
Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment that runs
server-side code.
Uses in LMS:
● Handling server-side logic such as course management, user authentication,
payment processing, and data retrieval.
● Managing asynchronous operations for handling multiple client requests
efficiently.
● Enabling JavaScript to run on the server, promoting a uniform language stack
(JavaScript for both frontend and backend).
Importance in LMS:
Provides a scalable, fast, and efficient backend infrastructure for delivering content and
services to the LMS users in real-time.
3.3.10 Express.js
Express.js is a lightweight web framework built on top of Node.js for building web
applications and APIs.
Uses in LMS:
● Creating RESTful APIs for managing courses, users, payments, and media
uploads.
● Structuring server routes for frontend and mobile app requests.
● Simplifying server configuration, middleware integration, and error handling.
● Facilitating secure data transactions between frontend and backend.
Importance in LMS:
Acts as the backbone for server-side operations, ensuring reliable data communication
and efficient request handling.
3.3.11 MongoDB
MongoDB is a popular open-source NoSQL database designed to store large amounts
of data in a flexible, document-oriented format (BSON/JSON).
Uses in LMS:
● Storing user profiles, course details, payment records, and video information.
● Handling dynamic, schema-less data structures which adapt to various content
types (videos, text, images, etc.).
● Offering high scalability and performance for large data operations.
● Providing an easily integrable database solution with Node.js and Express via
libraries like Mongoose.
Importance in LMS:
Enables flexible, fast, and scalable data storage suitable for handling various user data,
content types, and transactional records.
CHAPTER 4
DESIGN
4.1 E-R DIAGRAM
4.1.1 Description
In the context of software engineering, an Entity-Relationship (E-R) Model provides
an abstract and conceptual representation of data. E-R modeling is a database design
technique used to produce a conceptual schema or semantic data model of a system,
often for a relational or NoSQL database.
For this Learning Management System (LMS) project, the E-R diagram was created
to represent various entities like users, courses, payments, and videos, and their
relationships. This modeling helps visualize how the system's data is structured and
how different components interact with each other.
The E-R model serves as a blueprint during the requirement analysis phase, describing
information needs and how data is interconnected. Eventually, this conceptual model is
converted to a logical data model (in this case, for MongoDB), which guides the
implementation of the system’s database.
4.1.2 Entity
An entity represents a real-world object or concept with a distinct existence that can be
identified within the system. Entities in an LMS might represent a student, a course, a
payment, or a video.
Examples in LMS:
● User
● Course
● Payment
● Video
● Instructor
Entities are typically represented as rectangles in an E-R diagram.
4.1.3 Relationship
A relationship defines how two or more entities are associated with each other in a
system. It illustrates the interaction or connection between entities. In an LMS,
relationships might describe actions like a user enrolling in a course or a payment being
made for a subscription.
Examples in LMS:
● A User "enrolls in" a Course
● A User "makes" a Payment
● An Instructor "uploads" a Video
Relationships are represented as diamonds in an E-R diagram, connected by lines to
the participating entities.
4.1.4 Attributes
An attribute describes a property or characteristic of an entity or a relationship. Each
attribute holds a value that gives more information about the entity or relationship.
Examples in LMS:
● User: user_id, name, email, role
● Course: course_id, title, category, price
● Payment: payment_id, amount, transaction_date
● Video: video_id, title, url, course_id
Attributes are represented as ellipses connected to their respective entities or
relationships in the diagram.
4.1.5 Diagram
4.2 DATA FLOW DIAGRAMS
4.2.1 Description
A Data Flow Diagram (DFD) is a graphical tool used to describe and analyze the
movement of data through a system. It illustrates how information flows between
different components of a system, including processes, data stores, external entities,
and data flows.
In this Learning Management System (LMS) project, DFDs help in understanding the
logical flow of data within the system — from user inputs to the system’s responses and
storage operations. DFDs are especially useful for visualizing how data is processed in
both the frontend and backend components of the LMS.
The DFDs are developed in levels:
● Level 0 DFD: Also called the Context Diagram, represents the system as a
single process and shows the interactions between external entities and the
overall system.
● Level 1 DFD: Breaks down the major processes inside the system and shows
how data moves between them.
4.2.2 Symbols Used in DFD
4.2.3 Level 0 DFD (Context Level)
Description:
The Level 0 DFD for the LMS shows the system as a single process with the various
external entities that interact with it. The main external entities in this LMS project are:
● User
● Admin
● Payment Gateway
● Video Hosting Service (e.g., Cloudinary)
Data Flows:
● User sends registration, login, course enrollment requests
● System sends authentication, course content, and payment status
● Payment gateway processes payment transactions
● Video hosting service provides video content links
4.2.4 Level 1 DFD
Description:
The Level 1 DFD breaks down the single LMS system process into multiple
sub-processes, illustrating the main functional components of the system and how data
moves between them.
Processes:
1. User Registration & Authentication
○ User provides details for signup/login
○ System verifies credentials via Clerk
2. Course Management
○ User browses available courses
○ Admin adds new courses with video URLs (using Cloudinary and
react-youtube)
3. Payment Processing
○ User initiates payment via Stripe
○ Payment status is recorded
4. Video Playback
○ User accesses course videos
○ System fetches video links from Cloudinary
Data Stores:
● User Data (stored in MongoDB)
● Course Data
● Payment Records
4.2.5 Diagram
DFD For Login
DFD For Admin
DFD For User
CHAPTER 5
IMPLEMENTATION
5.1 Tables
5.1.1 Users Tables
5.1.2 Courses Table
5.1.3 Lectures Table
5.1.4 Chapters Table
5.1.5 CourseProgress Table
5.5.6 CourseRatings Table
5.5.7 Testimonials Table
5.5.8 Purchases Table
5.2 WebHooks
A webhook is a simple way for one system (provider) to notify another system
(receiver) in real time when an event happens using an HTTP request.
CHAPTER-6
TESTING
6.1 TESTING APPROACH FOLLOWED
This document describes the plan for testing the Learning Management System
(LMS). All major testing activities are specified here, focusing on ensuring the
quality, functionality, performance, and security of the LMS system.
6.1.1 Test Units
In this project, two main levels of testing have been performed: Unit Testing and
System Testing. The basic units tested are:
● Frontend Modules: Components built with React.js, including video
playback, authentication, payment, and UI interactions.
● Backend Modules: REST API endpoints developed using Node.js and
Express.js.
● Database Operations: CRUD operations on MongoDB collections for
users, courses, and transactions.
Each of these different units was tested independently to identify and resolve
defects early.
6.1.2 Features to be Tested
● All functional features specified in the requirements document.
● Performance testing to ensure optimal response time.
● User authentication and authorization validation (via Clerk).
● Course enrollment and video playback testing (via react-youtube and Cloudinary).
● Secure payment integration testing (via Stripe).
● API request-response time optimization.
● Database operation reliability and consistency testing (MongoDB).
● Frontend responsiveness and component rendering speed (React.js, Tailwind CSS).
6.1.3 Approach for Testing
For Unit Testing, structural testing based on statement, branch, and path coverage
criteria was applied as per module requirements. The goal was to achieve over
95% branch and path coverage. Special focus was given to:
● Invalid input cases
● Boundary value analysis
● Edge case scenarios
● Error and exception handling
Test Deliverables:
● Unit Test Reports for each module.
● Test Case Specifications for System Testing.
● System Test Report.
● Error and Bug Reports.
6.2 UNIT TEST
Unit Testing concentrated on verifying the correctness of individual modules.
Each module was independently tested for:
● Proper data flow and data structure integrity.
● Control path accuracy.
● Boundary condition handling.
● Error detection and management.
Examples:
● React Components like CourseList, VideoPlayer, and PaymentForm were
tested using Jest and React Testing Library.
● Node.js API endpoints were tested using Postman and Mocha.
● Database operations were tested for proper insertion, retrieval, update, and
deletion in MongoDB.
Unit Test Report:
Each module achieved the desired testing goals with over 95% path coverage and
appropriate error handling for invalid inputs and exceptions.
6.3 OTHER TESTING ASPECTS
6.3.1 Functional Test
Each module was tested with valid and invalid inputs. For example:
● Testing video playback by entering valid and invalid video URLs.
● Testing authentication with valid and invalid credentials.
● Enrolling in a course and verifying success and failure messages.
● Payment testing using test cards in Stripe.
The outputs were verified against the expected outcomes to ensure proper
functionality.
6.3.2 Performance Test
The LMS was evaluated for:
● Execution time of API calls and frontend component rendering.
● Throughput of simultaneous user requests.
● Response time from the server for critical actions like login, course
enrollment, and video streaming.
Necessary optimizations were made for any identified delays.
6.3.3 Stress Test
Stress testing determined the maximum load the LMS could handle before failure.
Scenarios included:
● Multiple users streaming videos simultaneously.
● Multiple concurrent payment transactions.
● Bulk database operations like adding or deleting multiple courses.
The system was monitored for breaks and errors under heavy load conditions.
6.3.4 Structural Test
Structural testing focused on exercising internal logic paths of the LMS:
● Validating control flows in both frontend (React.js logic) and backend
(Express.js routes).
● Testing each execution path in conditional and loop statements.
● Ensuring every statement in critical modules was executed at least
once.
Thus:
● Functional, Performance, and Stress Testing = Black Box Testing
● Structural Testing = White Box Testing
6.4 VALIDATION
Validation testing ensured that the LMS gracefully handled:
● Incorrect or unexpected user inputs (e.g., invalid email formats,
empty form submissions, invalid card details in Stripe).
● Displayed meaningful error messages and guided users to correct
actions.
The application was subjected to various invalid data scenarios to verify
input validations, backend validations, and appropriate user feedback.
CHAPTER 7
SCREENSHOTS
Login Page:
SignUp Page:
Home Page:
CourseDetail Page:
CourseList Page:
Payment Page:
Admin Dashboard Page:
Admin MyCourse Page:
Admin StudentEnrolled Page:
Admin AddCourse Page:
Mobile View Home Page:
Mobile View CourseDetail Page:
Mobile View Course List Page:
Mobile View Admin AddCourse Page:
Mobile View Admin Student Enrolled Page:
Mobile View Admin MyCourses Page:
CHAPTER 8
CONCLUSION
The conclusion of our project “Learning Management System (LMS)” marks
a humble yet significant effort to address the essential needs of an online
learning platform. The system has been designed with a focus on
user-friendly interfaces, modern technologies, and secure, scalable
architecture to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
Several efficient and flexible coding practices were adopted to ensure the
smooth functioning of the system. The LMS allows the management of
courses, users, video-based learning content, and secure online payments in a
reliable and organized manner. Each user and course is assigned a unique
identifier to ensure accurate tracking and management of records, minimizing
the possibility of errors.
The project has been successfully developed, implemented, and tested by
applying various testing methodologies such as unit testing, system testing,
performance testing, and validation testing. The system takes care of all the
operational requirements of an online education platform and is capable of
providing secure, efficient, and user-friendly management of information
related to courses, users, payments, and media content.
In conclusion, the Learning Management System project has fulfilled its
intended objectives, offering a complete, reliable, and easy-to-use application
that benefits both students and administrators in a digital learning
environment.
CHAPTER 9
FUTURE ENHANCEMENT
It is not possible to develop a system that can fulfill all user requirements, as
expectations and needs tend to evolve with time and system usage. As users
interact with the system and new technologies emerge, further improvements
and extensions become both necessary and possible. Some of the future
enhancements that can be incorporated into this Learning Management
System (LMS) are as follows:
● Integration of a Sub-Admin Module:
A sub-admin module can be introduced to manage specific operations
such as course approvals, content uploads, and user management tasks.
This will help distribute administrative responsibilities and improve
operational efficiency.
● Upgradation with Emerging Technologies:
As new tools and frameworks continue to evolve in the technology
space, the system can be enhanced by integrating modern technologies
for improved performance, scalability, and user experience.
● Enhanced Security Measures:
Based on future security requirements and evolving cybersecurity
threats, the system’s security mechanisms can be strengthened using
advanced encryption methods, secure authentication protocols, and
multi-factor authentication.
● Advanced Analytics and Reporting:
In the future, analytics features can be integrated to provide
administrators and instructors with insights on student progress, course
performance, and system usage patterns.
● Mobile Application Support:
A dedicated mobile application can be developed to offer seamless
access to courses and resources from smartphones and tablets,
providing greater flexibility and convenience to users.
These enhancements will ensure that the LMS remains efficient,
user-friendly, and capable of meeting the changing demands of users and
technological trends.
CHAPTER 10
Bibliography
WEBSITES:
Deploy LMS: https://lms-frontend-blush-chi.vercel.app/
Figma Design:
https://www.figma.com/design/9wQjNWtbhtib4DcHJThelX/GreatStack-LMS-UI?n
ode-id=0-1
GitHub : https://github.com/gulistaneraza01/LMS-app.git
DOCUMENTATION:
React Official Documentation: https://react.dev/docs/getting-started.html
TailWind CSS Documentation: https://tailwindcss.com/docs/installation/using-vite
Node.js Documentation: https://nodejs.org/en/docs
Express.js Guide:https://expressjs.com/en/starter/installing.html
Clerk Authentication Docs:https://clerk.dev/docs
Cloudinary Documentation:https://cloudinary.com/documentation
Postman API Testing Tool:https://www.postman.com/product/api-client/
MongoDb Documentation:https://www.mongodb.com/docs
Stripe Api documentation:https://docs.stripe.com/api
