Annexure –I

Part – A Micro-Project Proposal

(Format for Micro-Project Proposal A about 2-3 pages)

MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION , MUMBAI

GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC,BEED

[Institute Code:0032 ]

MICROPROJECT

Course & Code :-WEB BASED APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT USING PHP

(22619)

Title of Micro project :-“Website Hit Counter”

Subject Teacher Head of Department Principal

Seal of
institute

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 MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION,MUMBAI

CERTIFICATE OF MICROPROJECT

This is to certify that following students of CM6I of Diploma in COMPUTER

TECHNOLOGY of the institute GOVERNMENT POLYTECHNIC,BEED, Institute
code:0032, have satisfactorily completed MICROPROJECT work in subject/Course for
academic year 2024-25 as prescribed in the curriculum.

ROLL ENROLLMENT NAME TITLE OF

NO NO MICROPROJECT

2200320316
“Website Hit
Pravin Gondane
1735
Counter”

PLACE : BEED DATE :

Subject Teacher Head of Department Principal

Seal of
institute

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 Teacher Evaluation Sheet
Name of Student : Pravin Nitin Gondane Enrollment No :- 2200320316
Programme: Computer Technology Semester :- CM6I

Course Title & Code :- PHP(22619) Roll no :- 1735

Title of the Micro-Project: [In short] :- Website Hit Counter
Course Outcomes :-
a. Develop program using control statement.
b. Perform operations based on arrays and graphics.

Evaluation as per Suggested Rubric for Assessment of Micro Project

Sr. Characteristic to be assessed Poor Average Good
Excellent (
No. ( Marks 1 - 3 ) ( Marks 4 - 5 ) ( Marks 6 - 8 ) Marks 9- 10 )

[A] Process and Product Assessment (Convert total marks out of 06)

1 Relevance to the course

2 Literature Review/information
collection

3 Completion of the Target as per

project proposal

4 Analysis and data representation

5 Quality of Prototype/Model

6 Report Preparation

Total Marks Out of (6)

[B] Individual Presentation/Viva (Convert total marks out of 04)

1 Presentation

2 Viva

Total Marks Out of (4)

Micro-Project Evaluation Sheet

Process and Product Assessment Individual Presentation/Viva (4 marks) Total Marks
(6 marks) 10

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Name and designation of the Teacher: Prof. S. B. Veer (Lecturer in CMDated
Signature……………………………………

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 Title of Micro-Project "Website Hit Counter”

1.0 Aims/Benefits of the Micro-Project (minimum 30-50 words)

Aims of a Website Hit Counter
✅ Accessibility – Enable website owners to track visitor data from any location using an internet-enabled
device.
✅ Security – Ensure accurate and tamper-proof visitor tracking while preventing bot or spam visits from
affecting the count.
✅ Transparency – Maintain fairness by recording unique visits and avoiding duplicate counts to reflect true
website traffic.
✅ Efficiency – Automate visitor data collection and analysis, reducing manual effort and ensuring real-time
updates.
✅ User-Friendliness – Provide a simple and intuitive interface for website administrators to monitor and
interpret visitor statistics easily.

Benefits of a Website Hit Counter

✅ Convenience – Website owners can monitor visitor traffic from anywhere using an internet-enabled device.

✅ Time-Saving – Automates visitor tracking and analysis, eliminating the need for manual data collection.

✅ Cost-Effective – Reduces the need for expensive third-party analytics tools and manual traffic monitoring.

✅ Security – Prevents fraudulent or bot-generated visits from affecting the accuracy of visitor statistics.

✅ Accuracy – Ensures precise tracking of unique visitors and page views, avoiding duplicate counts.

✅ Transparency – Provides clear and reliable visitor data to help website owners make informed decisions.

✅ Scalability – Works efficiently for small personal blogs or large-scale business websites with high traffic.

2.0 Course Outcomes Addressed

✅ Understanding Web Technologies – Develop proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and

backend technologies like Node.js and Express.js to implement a website hit counter.
✅ Database Management – Learn how to design, implement, and manage databases
(MongoDB/MySQL) for storing visitor data efficiently.
✅ Security Implementation – Gain knowledge in securing visitor tracking mechanisms using
authentication, IP filtering, and bot prevention techniques.

3.0 Proposed Methodology

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 (Procedure in brief that will be followed to do the micro-project) in about 100 to 200 words).

Step 1: Study the micro project.

First of all group members will go through the micro project list. The discussion will be done in group
After the topic will be finalized. The guide will help to clear the doubts and problem in project making.

Step 2: Collecting information from internet, books.

The work will be distributed among the group members. And different format will be collected for report
making like certificate, teacher evaluation sheet, Annexure-A and B

Step 3: Finalizing the formats in collaboration.

All group member will go through sample collected, then format will be finalized.

Step 4: Finalizing the topic.

After finalizing the format, the topic will be discussed .the topic will be discussed unanimously and as
per the availability of material.

Step 5: Listing the stationary items required for project along with budget.Everyone will give
stationary list required for report writing.

Step 6: Discussion of budget in group and finalize the amount.

The group members will discuss their views and budget will be finalized.

Step 7: Collection of photos and information/contents.

Every group member will collect their data from different website, books and from personal visit to
industry and give it to project guide for proof reading. After proof reading the data along with photo will
be finalized and every group member will be proceed for their job.

Step 8: Printing/Drawing.
Printing or drawing will be done and shown to project guide
Step 9: Explanation/Preparation.
During oral/vi-va project will be explained.

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5.0 Action Plan (Sequence and time required for major activity)

Planned Name of
Sr. Planned
Details of activity Finish Responsible Team
No. Start date
date Members

1 Collecting different formats 29/08/2025 31/08/2025 Pravin Gondane

2 Finalization of formats in collaboration 02/09/2025 04/09/2025 Pravin Gondane
3 Finalizing topic title 05/09/2025 07/09/2025 Pravin Gondane
4 Writing Algorithm of a a topic information 10/09/2025 13/09/2025 Pravin Gondane
5 Searching information on Project Title 15/09/2025 17/09/2025 Pravin Gondane
6 Arrange the Information in The MS Word 19/09/2025 29/09/2025 Pravin Gondane
7 Prepare a Report of Micro-Project 01/10/2025 03/10/2025 Pravin Gondane
8 Taking Print 07/10/2025 07/10/2025 Pravin Gondane

6.0 Resources Required (major resources such as raw material, some machining facility, software etc.)

S.
Name of Resource/material Specifications Qty Remarks
No.
1
Processor: i5
Computer 01
Ram:8GB

2 MS Word For Writing a Report -

3 Google Chrome Browser https://www.toppr.com/guides/computer-
science/computer-
-
fundamentals/operating-
system/functions-of-operating-system/
4 Printer Taking Print 01

Names of Team Members with Roll Nos.

Roll No. Name of students

1735 Pravin Nitin Gondane

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 Annexure – II
Part – B Micro Project Report
(Outcomes after Execution) Format for Micro-Project Report (Minimum 6 pages)

Title of Micro-Project:
Website Hit Counter
Rationale

✅ Accurate Visitor Tracking – Ensures precise monitoring of website traffic by counting unique visits and
preventing duplicate entries.

✅ Enhanced Security – Implements measures to prevent bot visits, fraudulent traffic, and unauthorized
manipulation of visitor data.

✅ Efficiency in Data Collection – Automates visitor tracking and reporting, reducing manual effort and
improving data accuracy.

✅ Cost Reduction – Eliminates the need for third-party analytics tools, making it a budget-friendly solution
for website owners.

✅ Transparency & Reliability – Provides clear and trustworthy visitor statistics, helping website
administrators make data-driven decisions.

✅ Eco-Friendly Solution – Reduces reliance on paper-based tracking methods, promoting a digital-first

approach.

✅ Scalability – Works efficiently for small personal blogs, corporate websites, and high-traffic portals.

✅ Prevents Data Manipulation – Ensures fair and tamper-proof visitor counting by securely storing and
tracking each visit.

✅ Real-Time Monitoring – Allows administrators to track live visitor statistics and analyze traffic trends
instantly.

2.0 Aims/Benefits of the Micro-Project

Aims:
✔ Develop an Accurate Website Hit Counter – Ensure precise tracking of visitor traffic with
reliable counting mechanisms.
✔ Automate Visitor Tracking – Reduce manual monitoring by implementing an automated hit
counter system.
✔ Enhance User Experience – Provide an intuitive and easy-to-use interface for website
administrators to analyze visitor data.
✔ Improve Database Management Skills – Learn how to structure, store, and retrieve visitor
data efficiently.
✔ Implement Security Measures – Prevent fraudulent visits and bot traffic using
authentication and filtering techniques.
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 ✔ Learn Full-Stack Development – Gain hands-on experience integrating front-end and back-
end technologies for real-time tracking.
✔ Ensure Real-Time Data Processing – Display visitor statistics instantly without delays.
✔ Analyze Website Performance – Use visitor insights to optimize content, improve
engagement, and increase traffic.

Benefits:
✔ Accurate Visitor Tracking – Ensures precise and real-time monitoring of website traffic.
✔ Secure and Reliable – Prevents bot visits, duplicate counting, and unauthorized data manipulation.
✔ Cost-Effective – Eliminates the need for expensive third-party analytics tools.
✔ Environmentally Friendly – Supports digital tracking, reducing reliance on paper-based methods.
✔ Scalable for Various Websites – Works efficiently for personal blogs, business websites, and high-
traffic platforms.
✔ Real-Time Monitoring – Allows administrators to track visitor activity instantly and analyze traffic
trends.
✔ Enhances Technical Skills – Helps students and developers gain hands-on experience in full-stack
web development and data analytics.

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 .3.0 Course Outcomes Achieved

Technical Knowledge and Application

✔ Web Development Skills – Applied HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js to build a functional website hit counter.
✔ Database Management – Designed and implemented MongoDB/MySQL databases for securely storing visitor data.
✔ Server-Side Programming – Developed backend logic using Express.js for handling visitor tracking and data
processing.
✔ Cybersecurity Awareness – Implemented security measures to prevent bot visits, data manipulation, and
unauthorized access.
Software Development and Project Management
✔ Requirement Analysis and System Design – Understood website traffic monitoring needs and structured the system
accordingly.
✔ Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) – Followed the complete process from planning to deployment.
✔ Testing and Debugging – Conducted unit and integration testing to ensure accurate visitor tracking.
✔ Documentation and Reporting – Created detailed project documentation for future reference and improvements.
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
✔ Debugging and Troubleshooting – Identified and resolved issues in tracking scripts, database queries, and analytics
reports.
✔ Data Validation and Integrity – Ensured accurate visitor count and prevented duplicate or fake visits.
✔ Optimization Techniques – Improved system performance by refining code and optimizing database queries.
Professional and Soft Skills
✔ Team Collaboration – Worked efficiently in a team environment, coordinating different project aspects.
✔ Time Management – Organized tasks effectively to complete the project within deadlines.
✔ Communication Skills – Developed clear documentation and explained system functionality to stakeholders.
✔ Ethical and Legal Considerations – Understood data privacy, security, and ethical website analytics practices.

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 4.0 Literature Review
1. Traditional Website Analytics

 Early website traffic tracking relied on server logs, which recorded visitor requests but lacked real-
time insights.

 Manual analysis of logs was time-consuming and offered limited data visualization.

2. Evolution of Web Traffic Monitoring

 Web analytics tools like Google Analytics emerged to provide automated tracking and reporting.

 These tools introduced real-time visitor tracking, session duration measurement, and geographic
data insights.

3. Emergence of Website Hit Counters

 Website hit counters became a popular way to display visitor numbers publicly.

 They provided an easy way to track engagement, especially for small websites and blogs.

 Unlike advanced analytics, hit counters focus on simple visitor counting rather than behavioral
analysis.

4. Security Concerns in Website Hit Counters

 Traditional hit counters were vulnerable to manipulation, such as artificially inflating visitor counts.

 Security measures like IP filtering, session tracking, and bot detection help ensure accurate counting.

5. Benefits of Website Hit Counters Over Traditional Logs

✔ Simplicity – Provides an easy way to track visitor numbers without complex analytics.
✔ Real-Time Updates – Displays the number of visitors instantly without manual log analysis.
✔ Cost-Effectiveness – Free or low-cost compared to premium analytics tools.
✔ User Engagement – Publicly visible counters encourage website interaction.

6. Case Studies of Website Hit Counter Implementations

 Personal Blogs and Portfolios – Many bloggers and developers use hit counters to track audience
growth.

 Educational and Government Websites – Institutions use hit counters to gauge public interest in
online resources.

 E-commerce and Business Sites – Businesses monitor visitor trends and customer engagement
through basic counters.

7. Future Trends in Website Traffic Monitoring

✔ AI-Powered Analytics – Uses machine learning to predict visitor trends and behavior.
✔ Blockchain-Based Visitor Verification – Ensures transparency in visitor tracking data.
✔ Privacy-Focused Analytics – GDPR-compliant tracking solutions that protect user data.

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 5.0 Actual Methodology Followed.
1. Requirement Analysis
✔ Identified the need for a reliable and accurate Website Hit Counter.
✔ Defined core functionalities, including visitor tracking, unique hit detection, and real-time updates.
✔ Determined user roles (Admin, Visitor) and their respective access levels.
2. System Design
✔ Created an Entity-Relationship Diagram (ERD) to define database relationships.
✔ Designed wireframes and flowcharts for the counter display, admin dashboard, and analytics page.
3. Database Development
✔ Used MySQL to store visitor records, unique hits, and session data.
✔ Applied indexing and foreign key constraints to maintain data consistency and optimize performance.
4. Front-End Development
✔ Developed an interactive UI using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for real-time visitor tracking.
✔ Ensured a user-friendly and accessible layout for all screen sizes.
5. Back-End Development
✔ Implemented the server-side logic using PHP and Node.js for hit counter functionality.
✔ Developed APIs to fetch and update visitor data dynamically.
6. Security Implementation
✔ Applied IP filtering and session tracking to prevent bot-generated fake hits.
✔ Implemented data validation and sanitization techniques to ensure counter accuracy.
7. Testing and Debugging
✔ Conducted unit testing on hit detection logic to verify accuracy.
✔ Performed integration testing to ensure seamless interaction between the front-end, back-end, and database.
8. Deployment and Monitoring
✔ Deployed the system on a web server for real-world testing.
✔ Set up logging and analytics tools for monitoring visitor trends and system performance.

6.0 Actual Resources Used (Mention the actual resources used).

S. No. Name of Resource/material Specifications Qty Remarks

Processor: i7
1 Computer 01
Ram:16GB

Software
2 -
MS Power Point / MS Word
For Writing The
3 Notepad
Notes
For Collecting the
3 Google -
Referees of Project.
Taking Print of soft
4 Printer -
copy

7.0 Outputs of the Micro-Projects

1. Requirement Analysis
✔ Identified the need for a Website Hit Counter to track and analyze visitor traffic.

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✔ Defined user roles (Admin, Visitors) and system functionalities (visitor tracking, unique hit detection, real-
time updates).
2. System Design
✔ Created an Entity-Relationship Diagram (ERD) to define database structure.
✔ Designed wireframes for the counter display, admin dashboard, and analytics page.
3. Database Setup
✔ Used MySQL to create tables for visitor logs, unique hits, and session tracking.
✔ Implemented foreign key constraints and indexing for data consistency and optimized performance.
4. Development Phase
✔ Front-End: Designed an interactive UI using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
✔ Back-End: Implemented PHP and Node.js for server-side logic and data processing.
✔ Security Features: Added IP filtering, session tracking, and data validation to prevent bot-generated hits.
5. Testing and Debugging
✔ Conducted unit testing on visitor tracking, unique hit detection, and analytics generation.
✔ Performed integration testing to ensure seamless data flow between front-end, back-end, and database.
✔ Fixed security vulnerabilities, including fake hit prevention, SQL injection, and session hijacking.
6. Deployment and Evaluation
✔ Deployed the system on a web server for real-world testing.
✔ Collected user feedback to enhance functionality and improve usability.
✔ Ensured accurate hit counting, real-time updates, and comprehensive analytics reporting.

8.0 Skill Developed / Learning outcome of this Micro-Project

Technical Skills
✔ Web Development – Gained hands-on experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP for front-end and
back-end development.
✔ Database Management – Designed and managed MySQL databases for efficient and secure data handling.
✔ Server-Side Programming – Implemented user authentication, session management, and data validation
using PHP.
✔ Security Implementation – Applied encryption techniques, input validation, and session security to prevent
unauthorized access.
✔ Responsive UI/UX Design – Developed an interactive and user-friendly interface for enhanced user
experience.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
✔ Debugging and Troubleshooting – Identified and fixed errors in code, database queries, and UI interactions.
✔ Data Validation & Integrity – Ensured accurate tracking and secure storage of visitor data.
✔ Optimization Techniques – Improved system efficiency by refining database queries and minimizing load
times.
Project Development & Management Skills
✔ Requirement Analysis – Understood project requirements and translated them into functional system
components.
✔ System Design & Architecture – Created efficient database structures, system workflows, and UI
wireframes.
✔ Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) – Followed the complete process from planning to deployment.
✔ Testing & Quality Assurance – Conducted unit testing, integration testing, and security audits to ensure
system reliability.
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Soft Skills
✔ Team Collaboration – Worked efficiently in a team environment, coordinating different project aspects.
✔ Time Management – Planned and executed tasks effectively to meet project deadlines.
✔ Documentation & Reporting – Created detailed technical documentation for system functionality and
implementation.
✔ Critical Thinking – Applied logical reasoning and decision-making skills to solve technical challenges.
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 CODE
<?php
// File to store the hit count
$counterFile = 'counter.txt';

// Check if the counter file exists

if (!file_exists($counterFile)) {
// If not, create it and initialize the count to 0
file_put_contents($counterFile, 0);
}

// Read the current count

$count = (int)file_get_contents($counterFile);

// Increment the count

$count++;

// Update the counter file with the new count

file_put_contents($counterFile, $count);

// Store the last visit time

$lastVisit = date('Y-m-d H:i:s');
file_put_contents('last_visit.txt', $lastVisit);
?>

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Website Hit Counter</title>
<link rel="stylesheet"
href="https://stackpath.bootstrapcdn.com/bootstrap/4.5.2/css/bootstrap.min.css">
<style>
body {
background-color: #f8f9fa;
text-align: center;
padding: 50px;
}
h1 {
color: #343a40;
}
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 .counter {
font-size: 2em;
font-weight: bold;
color: #007bff;
}
@keyframes countAnimation {
from { opacity: 0; }
to { opacity: 1; }
}
#hitCounter {
animation: countAnimation 1s ease-in-out;
}
/* Dark mode styles */
body.dark-mode {
background-color: #343a40;
color: #ffffff;
}
.navbar-light.bg-light {
background-color: #495057 !important;
}
.btn-primary {
background-color: #007bff;
border-color: #007bff;
}
</style>
</head>
<body class="bg-light">

<nav class="navbar navbar-light bg-light">

<button id="darkModeToggle" class="btn btn-secondary">Toggle Dark
Mode</button>
<a class="navbar-brand" href="#">Hit Counter</a>
</nav>
<h1 class="display-4">Welcome to the Hit Counter!</h1>
<p class="counter" id="hitCounter">This page has been visited <strong><?php
echo $count; ?></strong> times.</p>
<p class="text-muted" id="lastVisit">Last visit: <strong><?php echo $lastVisit;
?></strong></p>

<div class="mt-4">
<canvas id="visitChart" width="400" height="200" style="border: 1px solid
#ccc;"></canvas>
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 <button class="btn btn-primary" id="refreshButton">Refresh Count</button>
<script>
document.getElementById('refreshButton').addEventListener('mouseover',
function() {
this.style.transform = 'scale(1.1)';
});
document.getElementById('refreshButton').addEventListener('mouseout',
function() {
this.style.transform = 'scale(1)';
});
</script>
</div>

<footer class="mt-4 text-muted">

<script src="chart.js"></script>
<script>
// Fetch visitor count dynamically using AJAX
function fetchVisitorCount() {
const xhr = new XMLHttpRequest();
xhr.open('GET', 'get_count.php', true);
xhr.onload = function() {
if (this.status === 200) {
const response = JSON.parse(this.responseText);
console.log("Visitor count fetched:", response.count);
document.getElementById('hitCounter').innerHTML = `This page has
been visited <strong>${response.count}</strong> times.`;
visitChart.data.datasets[0].data[0] = response.count; // Update today's
count
visitChart.update(); // Update the chart
} else {
console.error('Error fetching visitor count:', this.statusText);
}
};
xhr.send();
}

// Call the function to fetch the count on page load

window.onload = fetchVisitorCount;

const ctx = document.getElementById('visitChart').getContext('2d');

const visitChart = new Chart(ctx, {
type: 'bar',
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 data: {
labels: ['Today', 'This Week', 'This Month'],
datasets: [{
label: 'Visits',
data: [<?php echo $count; ?>, 50, 200], // Placeholder data
backgroundColor: 'rgba(75, 192, 192, 0.2)',
borderColor: 'rgba(75, 192, 192, 1)',
borderWidth: 1
}]
},
options: {
scales: {
y: {
beginAtZero: true
}
}
}
});

// Dark mode toggle functionality

document.getElementById('darkModeToggle').addEventListener('click',
function() {
document.body.classList.toggle('dark-mode');
});
</script>
<p class="text-muted">Thank you for visiting our website!</p>
</footer>

</body>
</html>

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