VISVESVARAYA TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
BELAGAVI-590014
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Team members details
SN Name USN Section
1 D.HARSHINI 1CR24IS053 A
2 CHAITHANYA.S 1CR24IS047 A
3 RAMYA.D.KULKARNI 1CR24IS140 C
Under the guidance of
SN Project guide name Designation Department
CMR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
132 AECS Layout, ITPL Main Road, Kundalahalli Bangalore 560037, India
2025-26
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PROJECT 1
1. Project Title:
E-Commerce website using HTML.
1.1 Problem Statement (Briefly describe the problem you are addressing with this project.):
This project is about an e-commerce website where a user can do shopping with a seamless
experience. A user can choose a product as per his choice He can filter the products by size as
well as by the color he wants. You can customize this project’ s animation as well as logic as
per requirement.
1.2 Problems identified (Make a list of problems you identified with this project):
1.Logistics
2.Data privacy
3.Customer Experience
4.Shipping
5.Navigation
1.3 Objectives (List the key objectives of your project.)
1. Revenue and Growth
2.Customer Experience and Satisfaction
3.Digital Marketing and Analytics
4.Customer Retention Rate
5.Personalisation
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1.4 Proposed Solution (Summarize the solution you are planning to develop.)
Creating an e-commerce website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a practical and efficient
approach for building a visually appealing and interactive online store. The frontend
development stack consists of HTML for structuring the content, CSS for styling and layout,
and JavaScript for adding interactivity and functionality such as cart operations and product
filtering.
The website structure typically includes several essential pages: a homepage, a product listing
page, individual product detail pages, a shopping cart, and a checkout page. The homepage
serves as the landing page, showcasing featured products, a navigation menu, and promotional
content. The product listing page displays all available items in a grid format, with filters to
help users refine their searches based on categories or price ranges. Each product links to a
detailed page that includes images, descriptions, pricing, and an “ Add to Cart” button. The
cart page allows users to view, update, or remove items, as well as see the total cost before
proceeding to checkout. Finally, the checkout page includes a form to capture user information,
such as shipping address and payment details, along with form validation to ensure accurate
input.
JavaScript plays a key role in enhancing user experience by enabling dynamic interactions.
This includes adding products to the cart and storing them using localStorage, updating item
quantities, calculating totals, and filtering products without reloading the page. Simple form
validation is also implemented to improve data accuracy during the checkout process.
The project’ s file structure typically includes separate folders for HTML files, CSS
stylesheets, JavaScript files, and product images. Product data can be hardcoded in JavaScript
or loaded from a JSON file. Optional enhancements like animations, light/dark mode toggles,
and responsive navigation menus can further improve the look and feel of the site. As the
project grows, developers may consider integrating backend technologies such as Node.js or
Firebase to handle user accounts, order storage, and real-time data updates.
Overall, using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript offers a solid foundation for building a functional
and attractive e-commerce website, with room for scalability and future improvements.
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2.1 Literature Review/Background Research: (Summarize the research or studies you have
conducted relevant to the project in 100 words)
Research on e-commerce development using HTML and JavaScript highlights
their effectiveness in creating responsive, user-friendly interfaces without relying
on backend systems. Studies emphasize that HTML structures content clearly,
while JavaScript enables dynamic features like shopping carts, product filtering,
and real-time updates using localStorage. Developers often use these tools to
build lightweight e-commerce sites or prototypes. Research also supports the use
of JavaScript for improving user experience through form validation,
interactivity, and client-side data handling. While limited in scalability without a
backend, HTML and JS remain powerful for front-end e-commerce solutions,
especially for small businesses and learning purposes.
2.2 Methods & Methodology
Flowchart: (Include a flowchart that demonstrates the overall flow of your project idea, from
problem identification to solution implementation. The flowchart should visually represent key
stages such as input, processes, and output.)
Explanation of Flowchart: (Provide a brief explanation of the flowchart, describing each step
in the project process. This explanation should correspond with the visual flowchart and clarify
the progression from one stage to the next.)
1.Problem_Identification:
The need for a user-friendly, interactive e-commerce platform is recognized—particularly for
small businesses or prototypes that don’ t require a full backend.
2.Requirement_Analysis:
Functional requirements (product pages, cart, checkout) and non-functional requirements
(responsive design, performance) are defined.
3.Design_Layout_(HTML/CSS):
The structure and appearance of the website are designed using HTML for markup and CSS
for styling. Pages like homepage, product list, cart, and checkout are built.
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4.Add_Interactivity
JavaScript is used to add interactive elements like a responsive navigation bar, filtering
products, and a functional shopping cart using local Storage.
5.Implement product & Cart logic:
Products are displayed dynamically (from a JS array or JSON). Users can add/remove items
from the cart, and totals are calculated in real-time.
6.Testing & Debugging:
The site is tested for functionality (cart updates, form validation), layout consistency, and
responsiveness across devices.
7. Final Deployement:
The completed website is hosted (e.g., GitHub Pages or Netlify), ready for users to browse and
interact with.
2.3 Tools and Technologies (List the tools, programming languages, hardware, or software you are
using for the project.)
For writing and editing code, Visual Studio Code serves as the primary text editor due to its
extensive features, ease of use, and support for various extensions that streamline development.
DuringTo develop the e-commerce website, a combination of web development languages,
tools, and platforms have been used to ensure the project is functional, visually appealing, and
responsive across devices. The core programming languages include HTML5, CSS3, and
JavaScript. HTML5 is utilized to structure the content of the website, ensuring a semantic and
well-organized layout. CSS3 is employed to style the interface, create responsive designs, and
improve user experience through visual enhancements. JavaScript adds interactivity to the site,
enabling essential features such as product filtering, shopping cart functionality, and form
validation the development and testing phase, Google Chrome Developer Tools are used
extensively to debug JavaScript, inspect HTML elements, and test the layout on different
screen sizes to ensure responsiveness.
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In terms of version control, Git is used to manage changes to the source code efficiently, and
GitHub acts as a remote repository for backing up and sharing the project. GitHub Pages or
Netlify may also be used for hosting and deploying the final version of the website, making it
publicly accessible on the web.
Finally, no special hardware is required beyond a standard computer or laptop with internet
access. The project is designed to be lightweight and compatible with all modern browsers,
ensuring accessibility for both developers and end-users. These tools and technologies
collectively contribute to building a functional, interactive, and visually engaging e-commerce
platform using front-end web technologies.
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PROJECT 2
1. Project Title:
Library Management System
1.1 Problem Statement (Briefly describe the problem you are addressing with this project.):
This Projects Online Library Management System introduces a System that is
created by using the latest tech stacks i.e. HTML5, Bootstrap, and
JavaScript(ES6) One who has a basic understanding of JavaScript and familiar
with JS Functions concepts can understand easily. You can customize this
project’ s animation as well as logic as per requirement.
1.2 Problems identified (Make a list of problems you identified with this project):
1. No Data Persistence
2. No User Authentication
3. Lack of Scalability
4. Insecure Data Handling
5. No-Real Time Updates
1.3 Objectives (List the key objectives of your project.)
1. User Friendly Interface
2. Book Catalog Management
3. Borrow and Return System
4. User Management(basics)
5. Local Data Storage
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1.4 Proposed Solution (Summarize the solution you are planning to develop.)
In the digital era, the manual management of library systems has become inefficient and time-
consuming. Libraries are expected to maintain accurate records of books, borrowers, and
transactions in a streamlined and accessible manner. To address these needs, this project
proposes the development of a Library Management System using basic web
technologies—HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. While this approach does not include backend
integration or a database, it serves as a functional prototype for managing essential library
operations in a simple, user-friendly interface.
The primary aim of this project is to build a browser-based application that facilitates the
cataloging of books, borrowing and returning transactions, and basic user interactions. HTML
serves as the backbone of the project by providing the structural layout of the interface. CSS
enhances the visual presentation, making the system visually appealing and responsive across
various devices. JavaScript is employed to manage the interactive functionalities, such as
dynamically updating the book list, handling borrowing and returning actions, and storing data
locally using the browser's localStorage.
One of the central features of the proposed system is book management. Users or administrators
can view a catalog of books, each with detailed information such as title, author, genre, and
availability. The system allows for adding new books, editing existing entries, and removing
outdated ones. These actions are performed using JavaScript, which dynamically updates the
interface without needing to reload the page.
Another key functionality is the borrowing and returning mechanism. Users can select a book
and mark it as borrowed, at which point its availability status changes accordingly. When a
book is returned, its status is updated back to "Available." This feature simulates a real-world
library borrowing process, though without the complexities of database management or user
accounts.
To enhance usability, the system includes a search and filter function. Users can search for
books based on keywords or filter the list by genre, author, or availability. This is implemented
using simple JavaScript algorithms that filter the book array and display matching results in
real time.
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Data persistence is a common challenge in front end only applications. To overcome this, the
proposed system utilizes local Storage to save book and transaction data within the user's
browser. This ensures that the data remains intact even after refreshing the page, though it is
limited to the device and browser in which the application is run.
The system also emphasizes a responsive and accessible design. Using CSS media queries and
flexible layouts, the interface adapts to various screen sizes, including mobile devices and
tablets. Additionally, the interface is built with simplicity in mind to ensure ease of use for both
librarians and students.
While the solution is functional and serves as a strong foundation, it is important to
acknowledge its limitations. The system lacks real-time data syncing, user authentication, and
centralized data storage. These constraints make it unsuitable for larger, multi-user
environments without further development. Future enhancements could involve integrating
back end technologies such as Node.js and MongoDB, or using cloud-based platforms like
Firebase to provide authentication and real-time data storage.
In conclusion, this proposed solution for a Library Management System using HTML, CSS,
and JavaScript offers a simple, effective, and educational approach to solving core library
management challenges. It demonstrates how basic web technologies can be leveraged to build
interactive and useful tools, and provides a strong base for future expansion into more
advanced, full-stack applications.
2.1 Literature Review/Background Research: (Summarize the research or studies you have
conducted relevant to the project in 100 words)
In conducting research for the Library Management System project using HTML, CSS, and
JavaScript, various online resources, tutorials, and case studies were explored to understand
the fundamentals of web-based system design. The focus was on creating a responsive user
interface, managing dynamic data with JavaScript, and simulating data storage using
localStorage. Existing library systems were reviewed to identify key features such as book
management, search functionality, and borrowing processes. Through this research, best
practices in frontend development and user experience were analyzed, forming the foundation
for developing a functional and educational prototype of a digital library system.
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2.2 Methods & Methodology
Flowchart: (Include a flowchart that demonstrates the overall flow of your project idea, from
problem identification to solution implementation. The flowchart should visually represent key
stages such as input, processes, and output.)
Explanation of Flowchart: (Provide a brief explanation of the flowchart, describing each step
in the project process. This explanation should correspond with the visual flowchart and clarify
the progression from one stage to the next.)
FLOW CHART
Problem Identification
Define Objectives & Features
Design User Interface (HTML + CSS)
Implement Functionality (JavaScript)
Create Book & User Data Structures
Enable Borrow/Return Features
Implement Search & Filter System
Store Data using localStorage
Test and Debug
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Final Output: Functional Library Management System
Explanation of Flow Chart
1. Problem Identification
The project begins by identifying the need for a digital solution to manage library resources
more efficiently, replacing manual or paper-based systems.
2. Define Objectives & Features
Clear goals are set, such as book listing, borrowing and returning, search functionality, and
user-friendly design.
3.Design User Interface (HTML + CSS)
The structure of the application is created using HTML, while CSS is used to style the interface
and ensure it is visually appealing and responsive.
4.Implement Functionality (JavaScript)
JavaScript is used to add interactivity. It handles actions like button clicks, updating book
availability, form validation, and real-time search.
5.Create Book & User Data Structures
Arrays or objects are created to hold book and user information, which form the data model for
the application.
6.Enable Borrow/Return Features
Users can borrow and return books by interacting with buttons that trigger JavaScript functions
to update the book status.
7.Implement Search & Filter System
A real-time search and filter mechanism is developed using JavaScript to allow users to find
books easily by title, author, or category.
8.Store Data using local Storage
Data is saved in the browser’ s local Storage so that it persists across sessions, mimicking a
simple database.
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9.Test and Debug
The application is thoroughly tested to identify and fix bugs, ensuring a smooth and functional
user experience.
10.Final Output: Functional Library Management System
The final product is a working, browser-based library management system that demonstrates
the use of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in solving real-world problems.
2.3 Tools and Technologies (List the tools, programming languages, hardware, or software you are
using for the project.)
To successfully develop the Library Management System using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript,
a combination of programming languages, software tools, and basic hardware was utilized. The
project primarily relies on HTML5 for structuring the content of the web pages. HTML
provides the framework for all the elements, including book listings, buttons, forms, and
navigation menus. CSS3 is used to style these elements and create a visually appealing and
responsive user interface. Through CSS, the system maintains a consistent design across
different devices and screen sizes.
The core logic and interactivity of the application are handled using JavaScript. JavaScript is
responsible for enabling user interactions such as borrowing and returning books, searching
the catalog, and dynamically updating the content on the web page without reloading it.
Additionally, the local Storage API is used to store book and user data locally within the
browser. This feature simulates a back end database and ensures data persistence between
sessions.
The project was developed using Visual Studio Code (VS Code), a powerful and widely-used
code editor. It offers syntax highlighting, extensions like Live Server for real-time preview,
and built-in terminal support, all of which enhance the development workflow. A modern web
browser, such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox, was used to run and test the application.
These browsers support the latest HTML, CSS, and JavaScript features and provide developer
tools that help in debugging and testing the code.
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To create flowcharts and visual diagrams for the documentation, tools such as Draw.io ,
Canva, or Microsoft PowerPoint were used. These tools help represent the project flow in a
clear and visual format. Additionally, Git may be optionally used for version control to keep
track of changes in the source code throughout the development process.
From a hardware perspective, the project requires only a standard laptop or desktop computer
with a minimum of 4GB RAM. This is sufficient for coding, testing, and running the
application smoothly. The setup is lightweight, cost-effective, and accessible for students and
beginners.
In summary, this project makes efficient use of simple yet powerful tools and technologies. It
demonstrates how a web-based application can be developed entirely on the client side, without
requiring advanced hardware or complex back end support.
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