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1. INTRODUCTION
The To-Do List Application is a web-based solution designed to allow users to add,
update, delete, and retrieve tasks dynamically. Unlike traditional paper-based lists or
simple note-taking applications, this system incorporates data persistence, ensuring that
tasks remain saved even after refreshing the page. By integrating a RESTful API, the
project simulates real-world applications where frontend and backend systems interact
seamlessly.
Many individuals struggle with organizing their tasks efficiently, leading to missed
deadlines and reduced productivity. Existing task management solutions, such as Google
Keep, Microsoft To-Do, and Todoist, offer extensive functionalities but may come with
limitations such as premium subscriptions, dependency on cloud services, or complex
user interfaces.
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The proposed To-Do List Application addresses these challenges by providing a simple,
open-source, and customizable task management solution. Using ReactJS for the frontend
and JSON Server for backend simulation, this application ensures smooth task handling
while maintaining an intuitive user experience.
1.3 Motivation
The motivation behind this project stems from the increasing demand for digital tools
that help individuals plan, prioritize, and track their tasks effectively. The following key
factors inspired the development of this application:
Ease of Use – Many task management apps come with excessive features that may
overwhelm users. This project aims to create a minimalistic, easy-to-use solution.
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Task Status Update – Users can mark tasks as completed or pending.
Data Persistence – Tasks remain saved using JSON Server even after refreshing the
browser.
Responsive UI – The interface is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices.
Enhanced Productivity – Helps users organize and prioritize their tasks efficiently.
Lightweight & Fast – Uses minimal resources, making it fast and responsive.
Offline Support – Tasks remain accessible even without an active internet connection (if
local storage is enabled).
Future Scalability – Can be extended with authentication, cloud database integration, and
collaboration features.
Heading Section: The application header displays the title "To-Do List" in bold text,
giving users a clear understanding of the application's purpose.
Content Section: This section includes an input field for adding new tasks, a search bar
for filtering tasks, and a dynamically updated list displaying tasks with checkboxes and
delete icons.
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Footer Section: The footer displays the total number of tasks in the list, providing users
with an overview of their pending activities.
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CHAPTER 2
2. SYSTEM STUDY
2.1 EXISTING SYSTEM
2.2 DISADVANTAGES
The proposed system is a web-based To-Do List application using React.js and JSON Server.
The application allows users to create, update, delete, and manage tasks in a structured manner with a
modern user interface.
This system overcomes the limitations of traditional methods by incorporating real-time task
updates, user-friendly interface elements, and a lightweight yet efficient backend. The application
operates as a single-page application (SPA), ensuring fast interactions and smooth user experiences.
2.4 ADVANTAGES
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CHAPTER 3
3. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
3.1 HARDWARE SPECIFICATION
Language Specification
Overview:
HTML is the standard markup language for creating web pages. It provides the
structure of the web content, allowing developers to define elements such as
headings, paragraphs, links, images, and tables.
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Key Features:
Elements and Tags: HTML uses a series of elements (tags) to create the
structure of a webpage. Common tags include <div>, <h1>, <p>, <table>, and
<a>.
Semantic HTML: Using semantic tags (like <header>, <footer>, <article>, and
<section>) improves accessibility and SEO.
The index.html file serves as the main entry point for the React application. It
includes the root <div> where the React components will be rendered.
Basic metadata, such as character set and viewport settings, are defined in the
<head> section to ensure proper rendering on different devices.
Overview:
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Key Features:
Selectors: CSS uses selectors to target HTML elements for styling. Common
selectors include class selectors (.className), ID selectors (#idName), and
element selectors (element).
Box Model: CSS follows the box model, which defines how elements are
displayed and how their dimensions are calculated (including margins, borders,
padding, and content).
Responsive Design: CSS can be used to create responsive designs that adapt to
different screen sizes using media queries.
The App.css file contains styles that apply to the entire application, including
layout, typography, and table styling.
CSS classes are used within React components to apply specific styles to
elements, ensuring a consistent and visually appealing user interface.
JavaScript (React.js)
Overview:
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Key Features of React:
JSX Syntax: React uses JSX, a syntax extension that allows developers to write
HTML-like code within JavaScript. This makes it easier to create and manage
UI components.
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TECHNOLOGIES USED
Frontend Technologies
Backend Technologies
Development Tools
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VS Code: Code editor used for development.
CHAPTER 4
Feasibility Study
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organizing their daily activities. The responsive design ensures usability across
various devices, while features like task addition, completion status, and search
functionality enhance the user experience. Since the application follows industry-
standard UI/UX practices, users can easily adapt to it without requiring extensive
training.
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CHAPTER-5
MODULES
5.1 PROCESS
The To-Do List Application with CRUD API Integration is divided into several
key modules, each responsible for different aspects of the application’s
functionality. The following modules are implemented in the project:
Task List: Displays added tasks, allowing users to update or delete them.
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Creating tasks by entering task details.
This module handles communication with the backend using RESTful APIs. It
ensures:
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5.1.5. Data Persistence Module
This module ensures that task data remains available even after the application
is refreshed by storing data using JSON Server.
Each of these modules works together to create an efficient and interactive task
management system, allowing users to manage their daily tasks effectively and
efficiently.
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CHAPTER 6
6 SYSTEM DESIGN
Input design is one of the most crucial phases of a computerized system and is
often the major problem of a system. A large number of system issues can be
traced back to faulty input design. The input data must be accurate; otherwise,
errors will lead to incorrect results, which can be costly and embarrassing.
In this system, users are provided with user-friendly interfaces to input data. If
incorrect input is provided, validations ensure error handling, with message boxes
guiding users politely and informatively. The interactive design simplifies data
entry, reducing the number of corrections while entering data.
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6.3 OUTPUT DESIGN
The output design ensures that users can understand the displayed information.
Each piece of data presented must be meaningful and structured appropriately.
Output design is crucial because it represents the effectiveness of the system. It
determines how well users can interact with the system.
Database design involves creating tables that store structured data. Each table
consists of rows and columns, where each row represents a record and each
column represents a field of data. Proper database design minimizes redundancy
and ensures normalization.
The database for this project is structured to maintain data integrity and reduce
redundancy. Refer to the appendix for database schema screenshots.
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6.5 DATA FLOW DIAGRAM
LEVEL 0
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LEVEL 1
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6.6 ER DIAGRAM
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6.7 TABLE DESIGN
INVOICE TABLE:
FEEDBACK TABLE:
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ELECTRICITY BOARD TABLE:
ADMIN TABLE:
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BILLING TABLE:
ACCOUNT TABLE:
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CUSTOMER TABLE:
TARIFF TABLE:
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CHAPTER 7
1. Introduction to Testing.
2. Testing Strategies
A. Unit Testing
Used Jest and React Testing Library to verify component rendering and
event handling.
B. Integration Testing
Ensured that API calls return expected data and handle errors properly.
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C. Functional Testing
D. Performance Testing
E. Security Testing
Tested API endpoints for vulnerabilities such as SQL injection and XSS.
3. Validation Process
Validated that elements are properly aligned and responsive across different
devices.
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B. Data Validation
Ensured that API responses return correct HTTP status codes (200, 201, 404,
etc.).
Tested API error handling for network failures and invalid requests.
D. Cross-Browser Testing
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Implementation
Frontend Implementation
The frontend of the To-Do List application was developed using ReactJS,
leveraging its modular component-based architecture to ensure maintainability and
scalability. The layout design was structured using CSS Flexbox and Grid,
providing a responsive and visually appealing interface that adapts to various
screen sizes.
Backend Implementation
For the backend, JSON Server was used as a lightweight mock REST API
to handle data storage and retrieval. The application efficiently manages CRUD
(Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations through RESTful API calls. The
db.json file was configured to store and organize task data, ensuring seamless
interaction between the frontend and backend.
Database Integration
The application communicates with the backend using Axios or the Fetch
API, facilitating smooth data transactions. Data persistence was a crucial feature,
ensuring that tasks remain saved even after a page refresh, improving the overall
user experience.
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To maintain reliability, extensive manual testing was conducted to evaluate
UI responsiveness and functional accuracy. Debugging was carried out using
console tools to detect and resolve errors, while error-handling mechanisms
were integrated to manage potential API failures effectively.
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CHAPTER 8
8.1 CONCLUSION
The development of the To-Do List Application with CRUD API Integration
has been a comprehensive exercise in modern web development using ReactJS and
JSON Server. This project effectively demonstrates how a structured approach to
frontend development, API communication, and state management can result in an
efficient and user-friendly application.
Key Findings
The application successfully implements CRUD operations, allowing users to
manage tasks seamlessly.
ReactJS, combined with JSON Server, provided a lightweight yet powerful
solution for dynamic task management.
The application ensures a responsive and interactive user interface with real-
time updates.
State management using React Hooks significantly improved application
efficiency and performance.
Testing and validation strategies ensured reliability, security, and cross-
browser compatibility.
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8.2 FUTURE ENHANCEMENT
User Authentication
Cloud Storage
To improve scalability and data security, future enhancements will include cloud
storage integration, allowing tasks to be stored in cloud databases instead of local
JSON files. This will ensure data persistence across multiple devices and prevent
data loss.
Task Prioritization
Introducing a task prioritization feature will enable users to assign priority levels
(e.g., high, medium, low) to their tasks, helping them focus on critical tasks first.
Deadline Reminders
Enhancing search and filtering capabilities will allow users to sort tasks based on
categories, due dates, or priority levels, making task management more efficient
and intuitive.
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Final Thoughts
Beyond its current functionality, the application lays a strong foundation for
future improvements such as user authentication, cloud storage integration, task
prioritization, and deadline reminders. These enhancements will further refine its
usability, making it an even more powerful productivity tool. The adoption of
industry best practices in development, testing, and deployment ensures that the
application remains robust, maintainable, and scalable over time.
In conclusion, the To-Do List Application is more than just a simple task
manager—it is a stepping stone towards building more sophisticated and feature-
rich productivity solutions.
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CHAPTER 9
FORM DESIGN
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APPENDIX
CODING
"items": [
"id": 1,
"checked": false,
},
"id": 2,
"checked": false,
"item": "Play"
},
"id": 3,
"checked": false,
"item": "Earn"
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index.jsx:
import "./index.css";
root.render(
<React.StrictMode>
<App />
</React.StrictMode>
);
App.jsx:
useEffect(() => {
try {
setItems(jsonData);
setError(null);
} catch (err) {
setError(err.message);
} finally {
setLoading(false);
};
setTimeout(() => {
fetchItems();
}, 3000);
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}, []);
try {
method: "POST",
body: JSON.stringify(newListItem),
});
setItems([...items, newListItem]);
} catch (err) {
setError(err.message);
};
try {
await fetch(${API_URL}/${id}, {
method: "PATCH",
});
setItems(updatedItems);
} catch (err) {
setError(err.message);
};
try {
await fetch(${API_URL}/${id}, {
method: "DELETE",
});
setError(err.message);
};
return (
<div className="App">
e.preventDefault();
if (!newItem.trim()) return;
addItem(newItem);
setNewItem("");
}}
/>
<Content
items={items.filter((item) =>
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item.item.toLowerCase().includes(searchItem.toLowerCase())
)}
handleCheck={handleCheck}
handleDelete={handleDelete}
/>
)}
</div>
);
};
Content.jsx:
return (
<main>
{items.length === 0 ? (
<p>
</p>
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<p>Your list is empty</p>
</div>
):(
)}
</main>
);
};
return (
<ul>
{items.map((item) => (
))}
</ul>
);
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};
ListItems.jsx:
return (
<li className="item">
{item.item}
</label>
</li>
);
};
SearchItem.jsx:
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const SearchItem = ({ setSearchItem, searchItem }) => {
return (
<label htmlFor="search">Search</label>
<input
type="text"
id="search"
placeholder="Search items"
value={searchItem}
/>
</form>
);
};
AddItem.jsx
return (
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<form className="addForm" onSubmit={handleSubmit}>
<input
ref={inputRef}
type="text"
id="addItem"
placeholder="Add Item"
required
value={newItem}
/>
<FaPlus />
</button>
</form>
);
};
main .jsx:
import './index.css'
<StrictMode>
<App />
</StrictMode>,
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WEBSITES
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