Lab Report: Billing Module Development
Introduction
This report covers the design and implementation of the Billing Module for the Restaurant
Billing System. The module handles bill generation, total calculations, and receipt printing,
ensuring an accurate and seamless experience for both customers and staff. The Billing Module
plays a critical role in the overall functionality of the system, providing a clear summary of
charges and ensuring efficient financial processing.
Methodology
The development of the Billing Module was done in several steps:
1. Understanding Requirements
The key functionalities identified for the module include:
• Itemized Billing: Displaying each ordered item with its price and quantity.
• Receipt Generation: Creating and formatting receipts for printing or saving.
• Payment Processing: Integrating with payment systems for card or cash payments.
2. Designing the Module
The module was designed with clear separation of concerns to ensure maintainability and
scalability. Key components include:
1. Bill Class
o Attributes: BillID, ItemsList, TotalAmount
o Methods: AddItem(), RemoveItem(), CalculateTotal(), GenerateReceipt()
2. PaymentProcessor Class
o Handles the logic for processing payments and integrating with external payment
gateways.
3. Coding the Module
The module was implemented in C# using Visual Studio. Key programming practices include:
• Encapsulation: Ensuring class details are hidden, exposing only necessary methods.
• Modularity: Dividing the module into separate components like bill calculation and
payment processing.
• Error Handling: Adding checks for invalid operations, such as negative amounts or
incorrect input data.
4. Testing the Module
The module was tested extensively to ensure it met the system's requirements. The tests
included:
• Verifying itemized billing and total calculation accuracy.
• Simulating receipt generation for different order types.
• Testing payment processing for both cash and card methods.
Results and Discussion
The Billing Module was successfully developed, achieving the following results:
• Accurate Billing: The module accurately calculates total amounts based on ordered
items.
• Clear Receipts: Receipts are well-formatted, displaying all necessary details for
customers.
• Seamless Integration: The module integrates smoothly with the order management and
payment systems.
Areas for Improvement
• Enhanced Receipts: Including additional details like item descriptions or special
instructions.
• Improved Payment Options: Adding support for digital wallets or other payment
methods.
Conclusion
The Billing Module Development for the Restaurant Billing System ensures accurate and
efficient financial processing. Its structured design makes it easy to use and integrate with other
system components.
Future Improvements
• Supporting additional payment methods for more flexibility.
• Enhancing receipt design with customizable templates.
• Adding detailed reporting features for better financial insights.
