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Inventory Management System

The document outlines an Inventory Management System with key features including product and supplier management, stock level tracking, purchase orders, sales transaction management, and reporting capabilities. It details the technologies used such as C#, ADO.NET, SQL Server, and Windows Forms/WPF, as well as the database structure and steps to build the application. The benefits highlighted include real-world applicability for small businesses, skill development in database and UI design, and potential for future expansion.

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Inventory Management System

The document outlines an Inventory Management System with key features including product and supplier management, stock level tracking, purchase orders, sales transaction management, and reporting capabilities. It details the technologies used such as C#, ADO.NET, SQL Server, and Windows Forms/WPF, as well as the database structure and steps to build the application. The benefits highlighted include real-world applicability for small businesses, skill development in database and UI design, and potential for future expansion.

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Inventory Management System

Key Features:

1. Product Management:
o Add, Edit, Delete, and View products (name, description, price, quantity, etc.).
o Maintain product categories (e.g., Electronics, Furniture, etc.).
2. Supplier Management:
o Store supplier information (name, contact info, address, etc.).
o Track products supplied by each supplier.
3. Stock Level Management:
o Update stock levels when products are purchased or sold.
o Alert when stock is low (e.g., using thresholds).
4. Purchase Orders:
o Create purchase orders to restock products.
o Generate reports of products ordered and delivered.
5. Sales/Transaction Management:
o Record sales transactions (products sold, quantities, total amount).
o Track payment methods (Cash, Credit, etc.) and transaction status.
6. Reporting:
o Generate reports such as sales, stock levels, low stock items, etc.
o Use filtering options for date range, product categories, etc.

Technologies Used:

• C#: The main programming language for the desktop application.


• ADO.NET: For database interaction. Use ADO.NET to execute SQL queries, handle
stored procedures, and work with data in the application.
• SQL Server: The database where you will store information about products, suppliers,
and transactions.
• Windows Forms/WPF: You can choose either for the UI, depending on whether you
prefer the classic Windows Forms or the more modern WPF approach.
Sample Database Structure:

You would likely have tables for:

1. Products (ProductID, Name, Description, Price, QuantityInStock, CategoryID)


2. Categories (CategoryID, Name)
3. Suppliers (SupplierID, Name, Contact, Address)
4. Purchases (PurchaseID, SupplierID, ProductID, Quantity, PurchaseDate, TotalPrice)
5. Sales (SaleID, ProductID, QuantitySold, SaleDate, TotalAmount, PaymentMethod)

Steps to Build the Application:

1. Database Design:
o Design the database schema using SQL Server or another relational database.
o Create the necessary tables (Products, Categories, Suppliers, etc.) and
relationships.
2. C# Backend (ADO.NET):
o Set up a connection to the database using ADO.NET (SqlConnection,
SqlCommand, SqlDataReader).
o Implement CRUD operations for the application (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
for products, suppliers, and other data.
o Use stored procedures for common operations like updating stock levels after a
sale or purchase.
3. Frontend (Windows Forms or WPF):
o Create a user-friendly interface to manage products, suppliers, and sales.
o Use data-binding techniques to display data dynamically (e.g., DataGridViews or
ListBoxes).
o Handle user input and validate data (e.g., ensuring quantities are numeric, no
negative stock levels).
4. Business Logic:
o Implement logic to check stock levels, generate reports, and send notifications for
low stock.
o Optionally, add advanced features like barcode scanning for product
identification.
5. Testing & Deployment:
o Test the application to ensure CRUD operations work correctly.
o Test edge cases (e.g., invalid data, database connection issues).
o Deploy the application as a standalone desktop app (e.g., using ClickOnce or
creating an installer).

Benefits:

• Real-world applicability: Small businesses can use this system to track their inventory
and make informed decisions.
• Skill development: You’ll practice working with databases (ADO.NET), data binding,
and UI design, which are essential skills in desktop application development.
• Expandable: This project can be expanded with additional features such as multi-user
support, product forecasting, or integration with a POS (Point-of-Sale) system.

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