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To perform the system analysis 9
To perform the Requirement analysis, SRS 10
To perform the user's view analysis: Use case diagram 13
To draw the structural view diagram: Class diagram 14
To draw the structural view diagram : Object diagram 15
To draw the behavioral view diagram: Sequence diagram 16-17
To draw the behavioral view diagram: Collaboration diagram 18
To draw the behavioral view diagram: State-chart diagram 19
To draw the behavioral view diagram: Activity diagram 20-21
To draw the implementation view diagram: Component 22
diagram
To draw the environmental view diagram: Deployment 23
diagram
To perform various testing using the testing tool unit testing, 24-26
integration testing
Abstract
The Railway Enquiry System is a robust digital platform designed to simplify the
process of accessing essential railway information, such as train schedules, seat
availability, ticket prices, and booking statuses. By integrating real-time data into a
user-friendly interface, the system ensures that passengers can quickly and
efficiently obtain the information they need to plan their journeys.
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System Analysis
System analysis involves understanding the requirements and functionality of the
Railway Enquiry System. The primary objectives are to:
The system analysis phase also involves gathering data from various stakeholders,
including passengers, railway employees, and IT staff, to ensure that the system
meets all user needs and operational requirements.
Description of Modules
I. User Interface Module: This module allows users to interact with the system,
enter queries, and receive responses. It includes forms for inputting data, such
as source and destination stations, travel dates, and train numbers.
II. Train Schedule Module: This module provides information about train
timings, including departure and arrival times, delays, and cancellations. It
accesses a central database that is regularly updated with real-time data.
III. Seat Availability Module: This module allows users to check the availability of
seats on specific trains. It accesses the seat reservation database and provides
up-to-date information on available seats.
IV. Ticket Pricing Module: This module calculates ticket prices based on factors
such as travel class, distance, and any applicable discounts or concessions. It
interfaces with the pricing database and displays accurate fare information to
users.
V. Booking Status Module: This module provides users with the status of their
ticket bookings, including confirmation, waitlist, or cancellation. It retrieves
data from the reservation system and displays the current booking status.
VI. Admin Module: This module is used by railway staff to update schedules,
manage seat reservations, adjust pricing, and perform other administrative
tasks. It includes authentication and authorization features to ensure secure
access.
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Feasibility Study
The feasibility study evaluates the practicality of implementing the Railway Enquiry
System from various perspectives:
Functional Requirements:
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Booking Status Retrieval: Users should be able to retrieve the status of their
bookings.
Admin Functionality: Admin users should have access to update train
schedules, manage seat reservations, adjust ticket prices, and monitor system
performance.
Non-Functional Requirements:
System Architecture:
The system will follow a client-server architecture, with the client side handling
user interfaces and the server side managing data processing and storage.
The database will be relational, storing information about train schedules, seat
availability, ticket prices, and user data.
DFDs will be used to represent the flow of data between different modules of
the system, illustrating how user inputs are processed and how responses are
generated.
Database Design:
The database will include tables for train schedules, seat reservations, ticket
pricing, user accounts, and booking statuses.
Relationships between these tables will be defined to ensure data integrity and
efficient query processing.
Testing Requirements:
The system will undergo rigorous testing, including unit tests, integration tests,
performance tests, and user acceptance tests, to ensure it meets all specified
requirements.
The system will be deployed in phases, with initial testing on a limited scale
before full rollout.
Ongoing maintenance will include regular updates, bug fixes, and performance
monitoring to ensure long-term reliability and user satisfaction.
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System Design:
About System (theory questions):
Overview:
The development of the Railway Enquiry System involves several well-defined
phases, each crucial to the successful delivery of a functional and reliable system.
These phases include Requirement Gathering and Analysis, System Design,
Implementation, Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance. By following these
stages sequentially, the project ensures that every aspect of the system is carefully
planned, executed, and refined.
Need:
In the Railway Enquiry System project, a phased approach ensures systematic
progress by focusing on each development stage separately. This method allows
for clear requirement definitions, minimizing errors and rework. By completing
and reviewing each phase before moving on, potential issues are identified early,
preventing delays. Additionally, it facilitates effective monitoring and control,
ensuring the project stays aligned with its objectives and meets user needs.
Coverage of Topics:
In this initial phase, the focus is on understanding what the system needs to do.
Stakeholders such as railway operators, passengers, and IT staff are consulted to
gather all necessary requirements. This phase also involves identifying constraints,
such as budget, time, and technological limitations.
System Design:
Once the requirements are understood, the system's architecture is designed. This
includes defining the system's components, their interactions, data flow diagrams,
database design, and user interfaces. Detailed design documents are created to
guide the development team.
Implementation:
This phase involves the actual coding of the system. Developers write the software
according to the design specifications, ensuring that all functionalities are
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implemented correctly. This phase is iterative, with ongoing code reviews and
testing to catch issues early.
Testing:
Deployment:
Maintenance:
After deployment, the system enters the maintenance phase. This involves
ongoing support, bug fixes, and updates to ensure the system continues to meet
user needs and adapt to any changes in the railway services or user requirements.
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2. To assign the requirement engineering tasks
a) Requirement Elicitation:
b) Requirement Specification:
c) Requirement Validation:
d) Requirement Management:
e) Prioritization of Requirements:
Rank requirements based on their importance and urgency. This helps focus on
critical features and ensures that essential functionalities are developed and
implemented first, accommodating stakeholders' highest priorities and aligning
with project timelines.
f) Requirement Communication:
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3. To perform the system analysis
Performing system analysis for Railway Enquiry Data involves a comprehensive
examination of the current system, defining detailed functional requirements, and
assessing data integration and feasibility. This process ensures that the new
system effectively addresses existing limitations, meets user needs, and integrates
seamlessly with existing infrastructure. It also helps in identifying potential risks
and planning for their mitigation.Steps to perform the system analysis:
Evaluate the existing railway enquiry system's strengths and weaknesses, including
data handling for train schedules, seat availability, and ticket pricing. Identify
limitations such as data update delays and integration issues with existing
databases. This assessment highlights gaps that the new system needs to address.
Functional Analysis:
Break down system requirements into specific functions, such as querying train
schedules and checking seat availability. Analyze how these functions will process
and interact with data, ensuring all necessary functionalities are included and
operate effectively. This ensures comprehensive coverage of user needs.
Map out data sources and define how data will flow within the system, including
integration with existing railway databases. Ensure accurate and real-time data
synchronization across components to maintain data integrity and usability. This
helps streamline data management and improves system performance.
Feasibility Study:
Assess the technical, economic, and operational viability of the proposed system,
including technology requirements, cost-effectiveness, and ease of
implementation. This study supports informed decision-making and ensures the
system will effectively meet user needs and project goals.
Risk Analysis:
Identify potential risks, such as integration issues, security vulnerabilities, and user
adoption challenges. Develop mitigation strategies, including robust data
validation and security measures, to address these risks and minimize their impact
on the project's success.
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4. To perform the Requirement analysis, SRS
Develop use cases to describe how different types of users will interact with the
system, such as querying train schedules or checking seat availability. Each use
case outlines the steps involved and the interactions between the user and the
system, helping ensure practical and user-centered design.
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System diagrams(diagrams):
Explanation:
The provided Data Flow Diagram (DFD) presents a comprehensive overview of the core functionalities
within a railway enquiry system. The central entity, the ADMIN, serves as the primary user interacting
with the system to execute various administrative tasks.
Upon logging in, the ADMIN's role and access permissions are verified to ensure authorized access to
specific system modules. The system then grants the ADMIN the ability to manage a wide range of
railway-related data. These modules encompass train details, including schedules, routes, and availability;
fare information; station data; seat management; route profiles; and system administration tasks.
Beyond the core management functions, the DFD also highlights additional functionalities. These include
password reset procedures for the ADMIN to recover their login credentials and a mechanism for sending
emails to users, potentially for notifications, confirmations, or other communication purposes. This email
feature enhances user interaction and provides a channel for essential information dissemination.
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Structured Chart:
Explanation:
This SCD illustrates the functional breakdown of a railway enquiry system. The system is divided into
three main modules: Train Schedule Enquiry, Ticket Booking, and Customer Support. The Train
Schedule Enquiry module further comprises submodules for retrieving train details, schedules, and seat
availability.
The Ticket Booking module includes submodules for booking tickets, canceling tickets, handling errors,
and managing payment, terms and conditions, booking records, refunds, and customer interactions. The
Customer Support module focuses on interacting with customers and resolving their issues.
This SCD provides a clear visual representation of the system's structure, helping to understand the
relationships between different modules and their functionalities. It can be used as a basis for system
development, documentation, and maintenance.
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6. To perform the user's view analysis: Use case diagram
Explanation:
This UCD illustrates the interactions between users and the railway enquiry system. Users can register
and login to the system. They can check for train schedules, seat availability, and fares, and select seats
for booking. The system also allows users to proceed with payment and receive confirmation messages.
Additionally, there are use cases for managing train schedules, seat availability, fares, train routes, and
customer support. The Admin actor has the responsibility of managing these system functions.
This UCD provides a clear overview of the system's functionalities and the interactions between users
and the system. It can be used as a basis for system design, development, and testing.
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7. To draw the structural view diagram: Class diagram
Explanation:
This CD illustrates the structure of the railway enquiry system by defining the classes, their properties,
and the relationships between them. The Admin class manages Train and User data. Users can book Seats,
which are associated with Trains. Bookings have associated Payments and Customer Support tickets. The
Ticket class is a composition of Booking, indicating that a ticket cannot exist without a booking.
This CD provides a clear visual representation of the system's object-oriented structure, helping to
understand the relationships between different entities and their attributes. It can be used as a basis for
system design, development, and implementation.
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8. To draw the structural view diagram : Object diagram
Explanation:
This OD illustrates a snapshot of the railway enquiry system at a particular moment. It shows the specific
objects that exist in the system at that time and their relationships. For example, the Admin object
manages the Train object, and the User object has booked a Seat on the Train. The Booking object is
associated with a Payment and a Customer Support ticket.
This OD provides a concrete example of how the classes defined in the class diagram can be instantiated
into real-world objects and how they interact with each other. It can be used to visualize the system's state
and understand the relationships between objects during runtime.
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9. To draw the behavioural view diagram: Sequence diagram
User’s Perspective:
Explanation:
This SD illustrates the sequence of interactions involved in a typical user session with the railway enquiry
system. A user sends a login request to the Authentication System, which verifies the login and returns a
success or failure message. If successful, the user can request train schedules and seat availability from
the Train Information System. The user then selects a train and requests a booking from the Booking
System. The Booking System checks seat availability and returns the result. If seats are available, the
system initiates the payment process with the Payment Gateway. After successful payment, the Booking
System sends a booking confirmation message to the user and the Notification System. Finally, the user
can send a logout request to the Authentication System.
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Admin’s Perspective:
Explanation:
This SD illustrates the sequence of interactions involved in an Admin user session with the railway
enquiry system. The Admin sends a login request, which is verified by the Authentication System. If
successful, the Admin can request to add or update train schedules, view or manage bookings, and view
or manage payment statuses. The Train Information System, Booking System, and Payment Gateway
handle these requests and provide necessary information. The Admin can also request to send
notifications to users, which is handled by the Notification System. Finally, the Admin can log out of the
system.
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10. To draw the behavioral view diagram: Collaboration diagram
Explanation:
This CD illustrates the interactions between the various components of the railway enquiry system. It
shows how a user initiates the process by sending a login request, which is verified by the Authentication
system. The system then retrieves train schedules and seat availability from the Train Information system
and returns the information to the user. The user can initiate a booking, which is processed by the
Booking system. The system then checks seat availability and saves the booking details. If the booking is
successful, the system initiates payment through the Payment Gateway and sends a confirmation
notification to the user.
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11. To draw the behavioral view diagram: State-chart diagram
Explanation:
This SD illustrates the workflow of states of the railway enquiry system. The process starts with the user
choosing to register or login. If the user is new, they need to create an account. After successful
authentication, the user can search for trains, view schedules, check seat availability, and select seats. The
user then proceeds to payment. If the payment is successful, the user receives a booking confirmation. If
not, the booking is unsuccessful, and a refund process may be initiated. Finally, the user can log out of
the system.
This SD provides a clear visual representation of the system's workflow, helping to understand the
sequence of states and decision points. It can be used as a basis for system design, development, and
testing.
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12. To draw the behavioral view diagram: Activity diagram
User’s Perspective:
Explanation:
This AD outlines the workflow of a user interacting with the railway enquiry system. It starts with the
user choosing to either register as a new user or log in as an existing user. After successful authentication,
the user is directed to the home page. From there, they can browse train information, check schedules and
seat availability, and book tickets. If seats are available, the user proceeds to make payment. A successful
payment results in receiving a booking confirmation. Finally, the user can log out of the system. If a
booking is unsuccessful, the user can retry the payment process.
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Admin’s Perspective:
Explanation:
This AD outlines the workflow of an administrative user interacting with the railway enquiry system. It
starts with the admin logging in and checking their credentials. After successful authentication, they are
directed to the home page. From there, the admin can manage train information, bookings, and payment
information. If there are unsuccessful payment transactions, the admin can resolve payment issues. Once
payment issues are resolved, the admin can send confirmation messages to users. Finally, the admin can log
out of the system.
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13. To draw the implementation view diagram: Component diagram
Explanation:
This CD illustrates the high-level structure of the railway enquiry system, showing the major components
and their interactions. The Backend component likely encompasses the core logic of the system, while
other components like Authentication, Payment, Notification, and User Interface provide specific
functionalities.
The Train Information, Payment Gateway, Seat, Booking, and Database components are likely involved
in data storage, retrieval, and processing.
This CD provides a clear visual representation of the system's architecture, helping to understand the
relationships between components and their dependencies. It can be used as a basis for system design,
development, and deployment.
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14. To draw the environmental view diagram: Deployment diagram
Explanation:
This DD illustrates the physical deployment of the railway enquiry system. The Client System, which
could be a user's device, interacts with the Web Server through a network connection. The Web Server
then communicates with the Application Server, which contains the Backend Logic. The Backend
interacts with the Database Server for data storage and retrieval, the Payment Gateway for payment
processing, and the Notification Service for sending notifications.
This DD provides a clear visual representation of the system's physical architecture, helping to
understand the distribution of components and their dependencies. It can be used as a basis for system
deployment, configuration, and maintenance.
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15. To perform various testing using the testing tool unit testing, integration
testing
To perform various types of testing like unit testing, integration testing, etc., for the Railway Enquiry
System, we should follow structured approaches and utilize testing tools to validate the individual
components as well as the interactions between them. Steps conduct unit testing, integration testing, and
tools to use for these testing:
1. Unit Testing
Purpose:
Unit testing ensures that individual components or units of the Railway Enquiry System are functioning
as expected in isolation. Each small piece of the system, such as a function, method, or class, is tested
independently of the rest of the system.
Scope:
Focuses on testing specific modules or functionalities (e.g., booking a ticket, fetching train information).
Typically performed by developers during the development phase.
Errors caught early prevent them from propagating through the system.
Authentication Module: Ensure that the user login process works correctly with valid credentials
and fails with invalid credentials.
Example: Testing the login and logout functionality for users and admins.
Train Information Module: Ensure the system can correctly retrieve train schedules and seat
availability for a given train route.
Example: Testing if the system can fetch and display the correct schedule for a train based on user input.
Booking Module: Test the ability to book a ticket, handle seat availability, and manage ticket
cancellations.
Example: Testing the booking process, ensuring a seat is marked as "booked" and no double bookings occur.
Payment Module: Ensure the payment gateway processes payments correctly, handles errors (like
payment failures), and processes refunds for canceled tickets.
Example: Testing various payment scenarios, such as successful payment, payment failure, and refund
initiation.
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2. Integration Testing
Purpose:
Integration testing focuses on testing the interactions and data flow between different modules or
components of the Railway Enquiry System. The goal is to ensure that individual units work together as
expected when combined.
Scope:
Verifies how different modules interact with each other (e.g., how the booking system interacts with the
payment gateway).
Performed after unit testing.
Identifies issues with data flow, interface mismatches, and module communication.
Authentication + Booking Module: Test if the user can successfully log in and book a ticket. Check
whether the system prevents booking if a user is not logged in.
Example: A user logs in, selects a train, and books a seat. After logging out, the user should not be able to
make a booking.
Booking Module + Payment Module: Ensure that after a ticket is successfully booked, the payment
process is initiated, and after successful payment, the booking is confirmed.
Example: A user books a ticket, proceeds to the payment process, and upon successful payment, the
booking confirmation is generated.
Train Information + Booking Module: Test the interaction between fetching train schedules and
booking. For example, ensure that if a train is fully booked, it cannot be selected for further booking.
Example: The system should only allow booking if seats are available in the selected train after retrieving
the schedule information.
Booking + Notification System: After successful ticket booking or cancellation, the system should
send out appropriate notifications (via email or SMS) to users.
Example: The system sends an email confirmation to the user upon successful ticket booking and a
cancellation email upon refund.
3. System Testing
Purpose:
System testing verifies the entire Railway Enquiry System as a whole. It ensures that all integrated
components work together seamlessly and that the system meets both functional and non-functional
requirements.
Scope:
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Tests the entire system in a real-world scenario to ensure that it functions as expected from end to end.
Performed after integration testing.
Focuses on both functional and non-functional testing (e.g., performance, security).
End-to-End Functionality: Test the complete flow from searching for trains, booking tickets,
making payments, and receiving confirmation.
Example: A user logs in, searches for a train, books a seat, completes the payment, and receives a
confirmation via email. Every step of this journey should be validated.
User Interface: Ensure that the system’s user interface is intuitive, functional, and displays accurate
information to both users and admins.
Example: Verifying that users can easily navigate through the interface, search for train details, and view
their booking history.
Role-Based Access Control: Test if users and admins have the correct access to their respective
sections (e.g., users can only view personal bookings, and admins can manage train schedules).
Example: Admins should have access to add or modify train schedules, while normal users should only have
access to view and book tickets.
Performance Testing: Check how the system behaves under different loads, such as multiple users
searching for trains or booking tickets at the same time.
Example: Simulate high-traffic scenarios, such as booking tickets during peak travel seasons, and measure
how the system handles load, response time, and errors.
Security Testing: Validate the system’s security measures, ensuring that sensitive information like
user credentials and payment details are properly encrypted and protected from unauthorized access.
Example: Test for vulnerabilities like SQL injection, improper session handling, and insecure data storage for
personal user details.
By following these guidelines and utilizing appropriate testing tools and techniques, you can effectively test
the railway enquiry system to ensure its quality, reliability, and performance.
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