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ISSN No:-2456-2165

Boarding House Booking System:

Design and Development using Laravel
Framework with SMS Notification
DARWIN C. MANGCA1
1
College of Engineering and Information Technology,
Surigao Del Norte State University, Surigao City, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines-8400

Abstract:- This paper focuses on the design and To ensure the success of the Boarding House Booking
development of a Boarding House Booking System using System, a thorough analysis of requirements is conducted.
the Laravel framework with SMS notifications. The This analysis helps identify key functionalities and features
objective is to create an efficient and user-friendly system that should be incorporated into the system. By
that simplifies the booking process for boarding houses. understanding the specific needs and challenges of managing
The Laravel framework provides a solid foundation for boarding houses, the system can be tailored to address these
code organization and scalability. By integrating SMS requirements and provide a comprehensive solution.
notifications, the system aims to enhance communication
between the system and users by delivering timely The system's design phase focuses on creating an
updates and reminders. The research encompasses intuitive and user-friendly interface. The goal is to design
requirements analysis, system design, and clear and concise user interfaces with well-defined
implementation. The findings contribute to the practical workflows, allowing both boarding house owners and tenants
and reliable development of a Boarding House Booking to navigate the system effortlessly. This emphasis on
System, benefiting both boarding house owners and usability contributes to an enhanced user experience and
tenants. increased efficiency in managing bookings.

Keywords:- Boarding House Booking System, Laravel The implementation process involves the development
framework, Web-based application, SMS notifications. and integration of the Laravel framework and SMS
notification functionality. This includes database design,
I. INTRODUCTION front-end and back-end development, and rigorous testing to
ensure the system's reliability and functionality. User
The boarding house industry has experienced feedback and usability testing will be conducted to evaluate
substantial growth, creating a demand for efficient and user- the system's effectiveness and identify areas for
friendly systems to manage bookings and enhance the overall improvement.
experience for both owners and tenants [1][2][3]. This
research focuses on the design and development of a This research aims to design and develop a Boarding
Boarding House Booking System using the Laravel House Booking System using the Laravel framework and
framework and integrating SMS notifications to streamline SMS notifications. By leveraging these technologies, the
the booking process and improve communication. system seeks to provide a user-friendly interface, simplify the
booking process, and improve communication between
To achieve a simplified and user-friendly booking boarding house owners and tenants. The successful
experience, the study utilizes the robust Laravel framework implementation of this system will contribute to the efficient
[4][5][6][7][8][9]. This framework offers essential features management of boarding house bookings, benefiting both
such as code organization and scalability, which are crucial owners and tenants in their search for convenient and hassle-
for developing a robust and efficient web application to free accommodations.
handle the complexities of managing boarding house
bookings. II. WEB-BASED INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR
BOARDING HOUSE
In addition to the Laravel framework, this research
incorporates SMS notifications as a means of enhancing The research presented focuses on the development of
communication between the system and users. By integrating a Boarding House Booking System using the Laravel
SMS functionality, the system can deliver timely updates, framework and incorporating SMS notifications. The main
booking confirmations, reminders, and other relevant objective is to create a system that simplifies the booking
information to both boarding house owners and tenants. This process for boarding houses while ensuring efficiency and
feature aims to keep users informed and engaged throughout user-friendliness.
the booking process, ultimately improving the overall user
experience.

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By integrating SMS notifications, the system improves of relevant data. The database design carefully considers
communication between the platform and users the relationships between entities such as boarding houses,
[10][11][12][13]. Timely updates, booking confirmations, bookings, users, and notifications. Proper indexing and
and reminders delivered via SMS enhance the overall user normalization techniques are employed to ensure data
experience [14][15][16]. This feature keeps both boarding integrity and optimize performance.
house owners and tenants informed and engaged throughout  User Interface Design: The user interface (UI) is designed
the booking process. to provide an intuitive and visually appealing experience.
The UI design takes into account the requirements of both
An essential aspect of the research involves conducting boarding house owners and tenants, focusing on clear
a thorough analysis of the system's requirements information display, easy navigation, and seamless
[17][18][19][20]. This analysis ensures that the system is interaction with the system. Prototypes and wireframes
tailored to address the specific needs and challenges may be utilized to visualize and refine the UI design before
associated with managing boarding houses. By identifying implementation.
key functionalities and features, the system can provide a  Back-end Development: The back-end development
comprehensive solution. phase involves implementing the system's business logic
and functionality using the Laravel framework. This
The emphasis on designing an intuitive and user-
includes the creation of controllers, models, and database
friendly interface is commendable. Clear and concise user
migrations to handle tasks such as user authentication,
interfaces, combined with well-defined workflows,
booking management, notification handling, and data
contribute to a seamless user experience
retrieval and manipulation. Back-end development ensures
[21][22][23][24][25]. Both boarding house owners and
the proper functioning and smooth operation of the
tenants can navigate the system effortlessly, leading to
system's core features.
increased efficiency in managing bookings.
 Front-end Development: Front-end development focuses
During the implementation phase, the chosen on implementing the UI design using HTML, CSS, and
technologies are integrated and developed. Attention is given JavaScript. The Laravel framework's templating engine,
to database design, front-end and back-end development, and such as Blade, is utilized to efficiently render dynamic
thorough testing to ensure the system's reliability and content and integrate it with the back-end logic.
functionality [26][27][28]. Rigorous testing is conducted to Responsive design principles are employed to ensure the
identify and resolve any potential issues, further improving system is accessible and optimized for various devices and
the system's performance. screen sizes.
 SMS Notification Integration: The system is integrated
This research provides valuable insights into the design with a reliable SMS service provider to facilitate
and development of a Boarding House Booking System using communication between the system and users. The
the Laravel framework and SMS notifications. The combined integration utilizes APIs or SDKs provided by the SMS
use of these technologies results in a user-friendly interface, service provider to enable the sending and receiving of
streamlines the booking process, and enhances SMS notifications. Seamless integration with the Laravel
communication between boarding house owners and tenants. framework ensures a smooth user experience, allowing
The successful implementation of such a system would users to receive timely updates, booking confirmations,
significantly contribute to the efficient management of and reminders via SMS.
boarding house bookings, benefitting owners and tenants in  Testing and Quality Assurance: Rigorous testing is
their search for convenient and hassle-free accommodations. conducted to ensure the system's functionality, reliability,
and security. Unit testing, integration testing, and user
III. SYSTEM DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT acceptance testing are performed to identify and address
any issues or bugs. Quality assurance measures are
The design and development process of the Boarding
implemented to ensure the system meets the specified
House Booking System utilizing the Laravel framework and
requirements and provides a seamless user experience.
SMS notifications involves several crucial steps.
 Deployment and Maintenance: Once the system has
 Requirements Gathering: The initial phase consists of
undergone thorough testing and quality assurance, it is
gathering and analyzing the system requirements. This
deployed to a production environment. Continuous
includes identifying the necessary functionalities, user
monitoring and maintenance are carried out to ensure the
roles, and features required to cater to the needs of both
system remains stable, secure, and up-to-date. Regular
boarding house owners and tenants. The gathered
updates and improvements are implemented based on user
requirements serve as a foundation for the subsequent
feedback and evolving requirements.
design and development stages.
 Database Design: A well-structured and efficient database
schema is designed to handle the storage and management

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Throughout the system design and development notifications have yielded significant outcomes as shown in
process, adherence to best practices, coding standards, and Figure 1,2,3, and 4. The system successfully simplifies the
security measures is maintained to ensure the delivery of a booking process for boarding houses, reducing manual effort
high-quality and reliable Boarding House Booking System. and automating tasks. Integration of SMS notifications
The collaborative efforts of designers, developers, and testers enhances communication by providing timely updates,
contribute to a well-designed, robust, and user-friendly confirmations, and reminders to users. The user interface
system that effectively meets the needs of boarding house design prioritizes ease of use with clear information display
owners and tenants. and intuitive navigation. The well-designed database schema
ensures efficient data storage and management, contributing
IV. RESULTS to system performance.
The design and development of the Boarding House
Booking System using the Laravel framework and SMS

Fig. 1: Database Class Diagram

Fig. 2: Main Interface

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Fig. 3: Admin Dashboard

The impact of the system on boarding house operations security and data privacy, safeguarding user information and
is positive. It streamlines administrative tasks, allowing maintaining trust. Overall, the Boarding House Booking
owners to focus on delivering quality services. The System offers an efficient and user-friendly solution for
integration of SMS notifications significantly improves the managing bookings and enhancing user satisfaction.
user experience, increasing engagement and reducing missed
bookings. The system's design and implementation using the The Boarding House Booking System, built on the Laravel
Laravel framework provide scalability and the potential for framework with SMS notifications, successfully streamlines
future expansion. The modular architecture and well- the booking process and improves communication. The
organized codebase facilitate maintenance and updates. system positively impacts boarding house operations,
optimizing resource allocation and simplifying management
tasks. Ongoing user feedback and updates enable the system
to adapt to changing requirements. With a focus on security
and data privacy, the system provides a reliable and user-
centered solution for both boarding house owners and tenants.

V. CONCLUSIONS

In conclusion, the implementation of the Boarding

House Booking System using the Laravel framework and
SMS notifications has resulted in a highly effective solution
for managing bookings in boarding houses. The system
successfully streamlines the booking process, automating
tasks and reducing manual effort. The integration of SMS
notifications greatly improves communication by delivering
timely updates, confirmations, and reminders to users,
ultimately enhancing the overall user experience and
engagement.

The user interface design prioritizes ease of use,

ensuring a seamless and intuitive experience for both
Fig. 4: Boarder Reservation Interface boarding house owners and tenants. Through clear
information display and intuitive navigation, the system
User feedback plays a crucial role in driving continuous
facilitates efficient booking management. The well-designed
improvement, ensuring the system remains aligned with database schema efficiently handles data storage and
evolving needs and industry trends. The system emphasizes

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