An Autonomous Mess Management System

Rohit P. Dare*1, Pruthviraj K. Jadhav*2, Dhiraj S. Joshi*3 , Dhiraj V. Yemul*4 ,Mr. A.R
Khanvilker*5
*1
Student, Computer Technology Department, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Jawaharlal Nehru Institute
Of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India
*2
Student, Computer Technology Department, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Jawaharlal Nehru Institute
Of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India
*3
Student, Computer Technology Department, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Jawaharlal Nehru Institute
Of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India
*4
Student, Computer Technology Department, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Jawaharlal Nehru Institute
Of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India

(Guide/Mentor, Department of Computer Technology, Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Jawaharlal Nehru

Institute Of Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India)

ABSTRACT
The MealsNow Website is a user-friendly platform designed to provide seamless access to daily
meal menus for multiple messes. The website caters to two primary user groups: mess users who
wish to view the latest meal offerings, and mess administrators who manage and update these
menus on a daily basis. With an interactive design inspired by leading food platforms, the site
allows users to search for specific messes, filter menus by meal type (lunch or dinner), and view
detailed daily offerings.
For administrators, the platform offers a secure login system, enabling them to easily add new
messes and update menus. This streamlined interface ensures efficient management, while the
intuitive design provides a smooth user experience. The platform's backend, developed using
Node.js and Express, can be further enhanced with database integration for scalable, long-term
use.
The project aims to bridge the gap between mess management and user engagement, offering a
modern solution for mess menu display and updates.

INTRODUCTION
MealsNow is a modern web platform designed to simplify the management and display of daily
menus for multiple messes in institutions like universities, hostels, and corporate campuses. The
website provides a centralized solution where users can easily access lunch and dinner menus,
search for messes, and view meal options in real-time.
Built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript on the frontend, MealsNow offers a responsive, user-
friendly interface optimized for both mobile and desktop devices. The backend is powered by
Node.js and Express, which handles secure admin access and enables the addition and update of
mess information through a protected admin panel.
 I. METHODOLOGY

1. Requirement Gathering and Analysis: Understand the target users, their needs, and the
functionality required for the application.
2. System Design: Design the architecture of the system, including both the front-end and
back-end components.
3. Development: Implement the design, write the code, and build the platform based on the
requirements.
4. Testing: Ensure that the system works as expected and is free of major bugs or issues.
5. Deployment: Launch the application and make it available for real-world users.
6. Maintenance and Updates: Ensure the system remains functional, secure, and up-to-date.
7. Evaluation and Feedback: Evaluate the platform’s performance and gather user feedback
for future improvements.

Final Methodology Overview

 Agile Development: The methodology for MealsNow follows an Agile approach.
Agile is suitable for this project.
 User-Centered Design: Throughout the process, the development team focuses on
the needs and experiences of the end user.
 Test-Driven Development (TDD): Unit testing and integration testing will be a
significant part of the development process.
MealsNow project remains adaptive, responsive to user needs, and built using modern
development practices.

II. MODELING AND ANALYSIS

 Resources And Technology Used(Tools and Software):

1. HTML: HTML (Hyper Text Markup Language) is the standard language used to
create and design web pages. It structures the content on the page, such as text,
images, and links, using various elements and tags.

2. CSS:(Cascading Style Sheets) is used to style and layout web pages. It controls how
HTML elements look, including their colors, fonts, spacing, and positioning.

3. BOOTSTRAP:Bootstrap is a framework that simplifies web development by

providing predesigned, responsive components and styles.

4. JAVASCRIPT: JavaScript is a programming language that makes web pages

interactive and dynamic.

5. NODE JS:
Node.js is a runtime environment that allows you to run JavaScript code outside of a browser.

6. MONGO DB:
MongoDB is a database that stores data in a flexible way, similar to how you might organize
information on paper.
Figure 1: Website Design Process Overview

Figure 2: Website Opening view

 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

In this research paper

[1] Website Name: MealsNow
[2] Game Genre:
 Registration and Login– Allows admins to login and update their password ease.
 Meal Browsing– Users able to browse a wide variety of meals,nutritional diets,etc.
 Customization– Users can customize meals basaed on their requirements.
 Performance:– Website performance optimize for long time loadings.
[3] Platform: Supports any web browsers.
 Images Related to Mealsnow:

Figure 1: Admin Login Page

Figure 2: Adding and updating menus according to admin requirement

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Figure 3: Adding New Mess with mess name and address.

 Discussion Related To Game: This paper presents a horror puzzle adventure game where players
explore a haunted building to uncover hidden horror elements. Each discovered element progresses the
game to a new level, increasing difficulty and tension. The game combines exploration, psychological
horror, and puzzle-solving mechanics to immerse players in an eerie environment. By utilizing
dynamic lighting, eerie sound design, and interactive objects, the game creates a suspenseful
experience. The goal is to engage players through environmental storytelling and challenge their ability
to observe, analyze, and solve mysteries within a horror setting. This study explores how
psychological horror elements enhance player engagement and immersion in interactive storytelling

III. CONCLUSION

The Mess Menu Management Website is a robust platform that allows efficient and user-friendly
management of mess menus. By implementing a secure login system for administrators and an
interactive interface for users, this project provides a practical solution for daily mess menu
management. With planned future enhancements such as database integration and improved security,
the system is well-positioned to scale and adapt to growing user needs.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to our esteemed professor and Mentor, A.R.Khanvilker
Sir, for his invaluable guidance, continuous support, and encouragement throughout our Mealsnow
project. His expertise and insightful suggestions have played a crucial role in shaping our understanding
and refining our work.
As our mentor, he has provided us with the knowledge and motivation to push our creative boundaries
and enhance our technical skills. His constant support and constructive feedback have been instrumental
in overcoming challenges and bringing our vision to life.
We are truly grateful for his mentorship and the opportunity to learn under his guidance.
Thank you, Sir, for your unwavering support and inspiration.

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