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Title of the Project

MEALS BOX
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INTRODUCTION
Meal Box revolutionizes the way busy professionals approach daily dining by offering
an innovative online platform that seamlessly connects users with a diverse array of food
vendors. Through intuitive technology and personalized services, Meal Box simplifies the
process of discovering, ordering, and receiving daily meals tailored to individual
preferences and dietary requirements. With a user-friendly interface accessible via web and
mobile applications, users can browse a wide selection of meal options ranging from various
cuisines to specialized diets. Customization features allow users to personalize their orders,
ensuring satisfaction with every meal. Moreover, Meal Box prioritizes convenience,
quality, and reliability, collaborating closely with vendors to ensure fresh ingredients
and delicious culinary creations. Secure payment options and responsive customer
support further enhance the user experience, fostering trust and confidence in the
platform. As Meal Box continues to evolve, future opportunities include expanding
offerings to include meal kits, catering services, and health-focused meal plans, as well as
exploring geographic expansion and sustainable practices. By reshaping the dining
experience for busy professionals, Meal Box not only saves time but also promotes healthier
eating habits and enriches lives..

OBJECTIVES

The primary objective of Meal Box is to revolutionize the dining experience for professionals
working in hospitals and various organizations by providing a convenient, efficient, and
personalized solution for their daily meal needs.
Specifically, the objectives include:
• Convenience: To offer a user-friendly online platform that allows individuals to seamlessly
connect with a diverse array of food vendors specializing in providing daily meal services.
• Time-saving: To streamline the process of discovering, ordering, and receiving daily meals,
thereby saving users valuable time and effort that would otherwise be spent on meal
preparation.
Personalization: To cater to the specific dietary requirements, preferences, and tastes of users,
ensuring that they have access to a variety of meal options tailored to their individual needs.
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• Health and well-being: To promote healthier eating habits among professionals by

providing access to nutritious and balanced meal choices, thereby improving their overall
health and productivity.
• Vendor partnership: To establish strong partnerships with reliable food vendors who adhere
to high-quality standards in food preparation and delivery, ensuring a consistent and
satisfying dining experience for users.
• Customer satisfaction: To prioritize customer satisfaction by offering responsive customer
support, timely delivery services, and a seamless ordering experience, fostering long-term
relationships with users and vendors alike.
By achieving these objectives, Meal Box aims to become the go-to platform for professionals
seeking convenient, personalized, and healthy meal solutions tailored to their demanding
lifestyles.

PROJECT CATEGORY
RDBMS

RDBMS is the acronym for relational Database Management System. The most
prominent RDBMS packages are Oracle, Sybase, Informix and SQL Server. A collection of
interrelated data is referred to as a database. A database management coordinated the storage
and retrieval of data and ensures integrity, consistency and availability. A database system
consists of mainly two parts: Database Management system, which is the program that
organizes and maintains the information and database application. And a program that lets
retrieval,viewing and updating the information stored by DBMS.

An DBMS offers the following services:

➢ Data Definition: This is the method of defining and storing set of data.
➢ Data Maintenance: This is the method of storing and maintaining the data.
➢ Data Manipulation: this is the method of adding, updating the data.
➢ Data Integrity: It ensures the accuracy of data.
➢ Communication: It communicates with the network.
➢ Utilities: It exports and imports the data.

OOPS

The major objective of the approach is to eliminate some of the flaws encountered in the
procedural approach. OOP treat data as a critical element in program development and
does not allow it to flow freely around system. OOPs allow us to decompose a problem
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into a number of entities called objects and then build data and function around these
entities.

FEATURES

➢ ABSTRACTION
➢ ENCAPSULATION
➢ MODULARITY
➢ INHERITANCE
➢ POLYMORPHISM

TOOLS/PLATFORM

PYTHON

Python is an interpreted, object-oriented, high-level programming language with dynamic

semantics. Its high-level built-in data structures, combined with dynamic typing and dynamic
binding, make it very attractive for Rapid Application Development, as well as for use as a
scripting or glue language to connect existing components together. Python's simple, easy-to-
learn syntax emphasizes readability and therefore reduces the cost of program maintenance.
Python supports modules and packages, which encourages program modularity and code
reuse. The Python interpreter and the extensive standard library are available in source or
binary form without charge for all major platforms and can be freely distributed.

Flask is a web framework, it’s a Python module that lets you develop web applications easily.
It has a small and easy-to-extend core: it’s a microframework that doesn’t include an ORM
(Object Relational Manager) or such features. It does have many cool features like URL
routing, and a template engine. It is a WSGI web app framework.

My SQL

MySQL is an open-source Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) that enables

users to store, manage, and retrieve structured data efficiently. It is widely used for various
applications, from small-scale projects to large-scale websites and enterprise-level solutions.

The basic structure of the client-server structure involves one or more devices connected to a
server through a specific network. Every client can make a request from the graphical user
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interface (GUI) on their screens, and the server will produce the desired output, as long as
both ends understand the instruction. Without getting too technical, the main processes taking
place in a MySQL environment are the same, which are:

• MySQL creates a database for storing and manipulating data, defining the relationship of
each table.

• Clients can make requests by typing specific SQL statements on MySQL.

• The server application will respond with the requested information, and it will appear on
the client’s side.

Java Script

Java script is a scripting language that can be used to create client-side scripts and server side
scripts. Client-side scripts are executed in the browser while server-side scripts are executed
on a server. That is JavaScript is an object-based scripting language for developing client
based and server-based internet applications. We can insert JavaScript statements directly
into an HTML page. When the page is displayed in the browser, the JavaScript statements are
interpreted and executed by the browser. JavaScript statements can recognize and respond to
user events such as mouse clicks or system generated events and so on. So you can change
the content and position of the elements on the page dynamically, in response to user
interaction.

When the client requests an HTML page that includes a client-side Script, the server forwards
the full content of the HTML document- the JavaScript statements and the HTML content.
When the browser receives the document, it executes the HTML and JavaScript statements
without any interaction with the server while both client-side JavaScript and server-side
JavaScript have the same core language; each also has additional features relevant to the
environment. That is, client-side JavaScript includes predefined objects that can be used only
in the browser. Server-side JavaScript contain predefined objects that can be used in server-
side application
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HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS

The selection of hardware is very important in the existence and proper working of
any software. When selecting hardware, the size and capacity requirements are also
important. Below is some of the hardware that is required by the system

Processor : Dual core processor i3 or more

RAM : 4GB of RAM
Hard Disk Space : 500GB free hard disk space
Input Devices : Mouse, Keyboard
Output Devices : Monitor, Printer

SOFTWARE SELECTION

We require much different software to make the application which is in making to work
efficiently. It is very important to select the appropriate software so that the software works
properly.

Below is the software that are required to make the new system.

1. Windows 7 or higher versions

2.Pyhton -Django

3. MySQL

PROBLEM ANALYSIS

Despite the increasing demand for convenient and personalized meal solutions,
professionals working in hospitals and various organizations often struggle to find time to
prepare daily meals due to their busy schedules. This results in them resorting to unhealthy
fast food options or skipping meals altogether, negatively impacting their health and
productivity. Additionally, the process of finding reliable food vendors who can cater to
their specific dietary needs and preferences can be time-consuming and inefficient. Many
professionals face challenges in discovering suitable options, placing orders, and
coordinating meal deliveries on a daily basis. Therefore, there is a clear need for an innovative
online platform like Meal Box to bridge this gap between food vendors and individuals
working in demanding environments. By providing a streamlined solution for discovering,
ordering, and receiving daily meals, Meal Box aims to alleviate the stress and time
constraints associated with meal preparation for busy professionals, ultimately improving
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their overall well-being and productivity.

REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATIONS

A required specification is a structured document, which sets out the system services in
detail. This document, also called a functional specification, which should be precise. It may
serve as a contract between the system buyer and the software developer. The requirement
specifications define the basic specifications of the user for the new system.

The software required for developing the “MEAL BOX” are Windows 7 as Os, PYTHON as
front end for designing GUI, MySQL for data storage.

• The administrator should get the supreme authority over the database and all
the processes

• Each user should have unique identification.

• Username and password are given by the administrator.

The SRS document itself states in precise and explicit language those functions and
capabilities a software system must provide, as well as states any required constraints by
which the system must abide. The SRS also functions as a blueprint for completing a project
with as little cost growth as possible. The SRS is often referred to as “parent” document
because all subsequent project management documents, such as design specifications,
statement of works, software architecture specifications, testing and validation plans, and
documentation plans, are related to it.

It’s important to note that an SRS contains functional and non-functional requirements only;
it doesn’t offer design suggestion, possible solutions to technology or business issues, or any
other information other than what the development team understands the customer system
requirement to be.

Functional requirements of the “MEALBOX” are:

• The system should provide required outputs under any conditions.

• Only administrator should be allowed to access database.

• The admin and user can login only through user name and passwords.
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Non-Functional requirements of the system are reliability, portability and performance.

“MEAL BOX” mainly focuses on the reliability, security and time. This system will provide
with the reliability that the user expects. It reduces the time consumed when compared to
manual system. The data will be stored securely.

PERT CHART

START

T3 T1 T2

T4

T5 T6

T7

T1 – Requirement Analysis T2 – User Interface/Form Designing

T3- Database Designing T4- Coding/Implementations
T5- Validations T6- Testing
T7- Error Fixing
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GANTT CHART

June July Aug-Nov Dec

Analysis

Design

Implementation

Testing

Bug fixing

DATA FLOW DIAGRAM

LEVEL 0 CONTEXT
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LEVEL 1 ADMIN
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LEVEL 1 CANTEEN
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LEVEL 1 USER

LEVEL 1 STAFF
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ENTITY RELATIONSHIP DIAGRAM

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TABLE DESIGN
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LOGIN

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MODULE DESCRIPTION

• User Registration and Profile Creation: Users can create accounts on Meal Box
by providing basic information such as name, contact details, and dietary
preferences. Upon registration, users have the option to create a profile where they
can specify dietary restrictions, preferred cuisines, delivery preferences, and other
relevant details.
• Vendor Onboarding and Verification: Meal Box collaborates with a diverse
array of food vendors, including restaurants, home chefs, catering services, and
specialty food providers. Vendors undergo a thorough verification process to ensure
compliance with food safety standards, quality assurance, and adherence to Meal
Box guidelines.
• Seamless Ordering Interface: The Meal Box platform features a user-friendly
interface that allows users to browse through a curated selection of meal options
based on their preferences. Users can easily search for meals by cuisine, dietary
restrictions, price range, and delivery preferences. The ordering process is
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streamlined, allowing users to customize their meals, select portion sizes, and
schedule delivery times according to their convenience.
• Meal Plans: Meal Box provides ordering history, and feedback. Users have the
option to subscribe to monthly meal plans tailored to their nutritional needs,
lifestyle preferences, and budget constraints.

IMPLEMENTATION AND TESTING STRATEGIES

Implementation is the stage of the project when the theoretical stage is turned out into a
working system. Thus it can be considered as the most crucial stage to achieve a successful
system. This phase involves the construction of actual project result. The process of
implementation depends on the characteristics of project. The implementation stage involves
careful planning, investigation of existing system, constraints of implementation etc. This
work is implemented to avoid undesired message from undesired creators by using filtering
rules and black list rules.

Implementation methods
Implementation is the stage of the project when the theoretical stage is turned out into a
working system. Thus it can be considered as the most crucial stage to achieve a successful
system. This phase involves the construction of actual project result. The process of
implementation depends on the characteristics of project. The implementation stage involves
careful planning, investigation of existing system, constraints of implementation etc. This
work is implemented to avoid undesired message from undesired creators by using filtering
rules and black list rules

Implementation Plan:
Implementation plans are intended to be scalable and flexible; reflecting the degree of
urgency, innovation, complexity and/or sensitivity.

TESTING
Testing is a process of executing a program with the interest of finding error. A good test is
one that has high probability of finding the yet undiscovered error. Testing should
systematically uncover different classes of error in a minimum amount t of time with a
minimum amount of efforts. Two classes of inputs are provided to test the process.
1. A software configuration that configuration that includes a software requirements
specification, a design specification and source code.
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2. A software configuration that includes a test plan and procedure, any testing tool and
test cases and their expected result.

Testing is divided into several distinct operations.

1. Unit Testing

This testing is carried out during the programming stage itself. In this testing step each
module is found to be working satisfactorily as regards to the expected output from the
module. Using a method called white box testing in which the software tester has knowledge
of the inner workings, structure and language of the software, or at least its purpose and
where each module or component of the software is tested individually. In the unit test case
we will be testing the separate modules of the Software. We will test the components by
passing data through it and we will be monitoring data to find the errors. We will be looking
for entry and exit conditions of the data. We will make sure that all the components work
without any troubles.
2. Integration Testing

After splitting the program into units, the units were tested together to see the defects
between each module and function. It is testing two or more modules or functions together
with the intent of finding interface defects between the modules or functions. Testing
completed at as part of unit or functional testing, and sometimes, becomes its own standalone
test phase. On a larger level, integration testing can involve putting together of groups of
modules and functions with the goal of completing and verifying that the system meets the
system requirements.
3. Validation Testing
After validation testing , software is completely assembled as a package, interfacing errors
that have been uncovered and corrected and the final series of software test; the validation
test begin.
Steps taken during software design and testing can greatly improve the probability of
successful integration in the larger system. System testing is actually a series of different test
whose primary purpose is to fully exercise the compute-based system.
4. Recovery Testing
It is a system that forces the software to fail in a variety of ways and verifies that the recovery
is properly performed.
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5. Security Testing
It attempts to verify that protection mechanism built into a system will in fact protect it from
improper penetration. The system’s security must of course be tested from in vulnerability
form frontal attack
6. Stress Testing
Stress tools are designed to confront programs with abnormal situations. Stress testing
executes a system in a manner that demands resources in abnormal quantity and volume.
7. Black Box Testing
Black box testing is done to find out the following information as shown in below:
1. Incorrect or missing functions.
2. Interface errors.
3. Errors or database access.
4. Performance error.
5. Termination error.
The mentioned testing is carried out successfully for this application according to the user’s
requirement specification.
8. Test Data Output
After preparing test data, the system under study is tested using the test data. While testing
the system using test data, errors are again uncovered and corrected by using above testing
and corrections are also noted for future use.

FUTURE SCOPE AND FURTHER ENHANCEMENT

Meal Box has several strategic opportunities for expansion and enhancement in the
competitive food delivery market:

1. Expansion of Offerings: Meal Box can diversify its services beyond daily meals to
cater to a wider range of customer needs. This includes offering meal kits for home
cooking, catering services for events, and specialty diets like vegan or gluten-free
options. Introducing curated meal plans tailored to specific health goals or dietary
restrictions can also attract health-conscious consumers looking for personalized
nutrition solutions.

2. Geographic Expansion: Exploring new geographic regions allows Meal Box to tap
into untapped markets and reach a broader audience of professionals with busy
lifestyles. By adapting its offerings to local tastes and preferences, Meal Box can
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establish a strong presence in diverse locations and cater to regional culinary

preferences.

3. Partner Ecosystem: Establishing partnerships with local farms, artisanal producers,

and sustainable food suppliers enhances Meal Box's offerings with high-quality,
locally sourced ingredients. This not only improves the freshness and quality of meals
but also supports the local economy and promotes sustainable food practices.

4. Technology Integration: Embracing advanced technologies such as artificial

intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can revolutionize Meal Box's service
delivery. AI-powered recommendation algorithms can personalize meal suggestions
based on user preferences and behavior, while predictive analytics can optimize
inventory management and meal planning.

5. Health and Wellness Focus: With a growing consumer focus on health and wellness,
Meal Box can enhance its offerings by providing nutritional information, meal
tracking features, and partnerships with health professionals. This supports users in
achieving their wellness goals and reinforces Meal Box's commitment to promoting
healthy eating habits.

6. Community Engagement: Building a strong community among users and vendors

fosters loyalty and advocacy for Meal Box. Implementing features like user forums,
social media integration, and community events encourages interaction, feedback
sharing, and brand loyalty among customers.

7. Sustainable Practices: Embracing sustainability initiatives such as eco-friendly

packaging, waste reduction programs, and carbon offset initiatives aligns Meal Box
with environmentally-conscious consumers. Demonstrating a commitment to
sustainability not only attracts eco-conscious customers but also contributes to a
positive brand image and a greener future.

8. Data Monetization: Leveraging data insights from user behavior, preferences, and
purchasing patterns presents opportunities for targeted advertising, strategic
partnerships, and additional revenue streams beyond meal sales. This data-driven
approach enhances decision-making capabilities and strengthens Meal Box's
competitive edge in the market.

By embracing these strategic opportunities, Meal Box can innovate and evolve, solidifying its
position as a leader in the food delivery industry. These initiatives not only meet the evolving
needs of busy professionals seeking convenient, healthy, and personalized meal solutions but
also drive sustainable growth and differentiation in a competitive marketplace.
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