Project Report: Business Listing Website

1. Abstract:
The Business Listing Website is a web-based application designed to allow
businesses to register and list their services so that users can search for and
find businesses by category, location, or keyword.
The platform connects service providers with potential customers and makes local
business information easily accessible.
This project presents the development of a Business Listing Website designed to
connect users with local businesses across
various categories. The platform serves as a centralized directory where
businesses can create profiles to showcase their services,
contact information, location, operating hours, and customer reviews. Users can
easily search, filter, and discover businesses based on category, location,
ratings, or keywords. The website incorporates a user-friendly interface,
responsive design, and secure backend architecture to ensure a seamless
experience for both business owners and consumers. By bridging the gap between
service providers and customers, the platform aims to enhance local commerce,
promote visibility for small and medium enterprises, and simplify the process of
finding reliable services within a community.

2. Objectives:
To develop a responsive and user-friendly platform for listing businesses.

To enable business owners to register and manage their business listings.

To allow users to search, filter, and view detailed business information.

To create an admin panel for moderating content and managing users.

To provide a platform where businesses can register and showcase their services.

To allow users to find local businesses easily based on different search

parameters.

To offer admin control for managing the content and users.

To build a responsive and intuitive user interface.

To implement secure login and registration features for different user roles.

Modules of the Project:

User Module:

User registration and login

Search businesses by category, location, or name

View business details and contact info

Business Owner Module:

Registration and login

Add/edit/delete business listings

Manage business profile and categories

Admin Module:
Admin login

Approve/reject business listings

Manage users and categories

View statistics and reports

📊 Database Design (MySQL Tables):

Key tables used in the project:

users – Stores user credentials and roles.

businesses – Contains business details (name, category, description, contact

info, etc.).

categories – List of business categories.

locations – Stores city or region data.

reviews (optional) – User-submitted reviews and ratings.

admin – Admin login credentials.

6. Modules Description
6.1 User Module:
Registration/Login: Users create accounts using email and password.

Business Search: Search by name, location, or category.

View Details: Full profile page with contact info, map (optional), and
description.

Contact Business: Option to call or message the business (via form or email).

6.2 Business Owner Module:

Business Dashboard: Submit, view, and manage listings.

Profile Management: Add logos, social media, and location info.

Status Tracking: View approval/rejection status from admin.

6.3 Admin Module:

Login: Secure admin access.

Manage Listings: Approve/reject/edit/delete listings.

User Management: Enable/disable user accounts.

Reports & Stats: Total businesses, users, active listings.

🔁 Functional Flow:
Visitor accesses homepage and can search for businesses.

User can sign up or log in to view more details.

Business owners register and submit their business listings.

Admin reviews and approves the listing.

Users can view listings, contact businesses, and leave feedback (optional).
📱 UI Features:
Responsive design for mobile and desktop

Search bar with auto-suggestions

Category-wise business filters

Business cards with logo, name, and contact info

Pagination and sorting of listings

🔒 Security Considerations:
Password hashing for user data

Input validation and sanitization (to prevent SQL injection)

Session management for login/logout

Admin-only access to restricted features

Database Design (MySQL Tables):

Key tables used in the project:

users – Stores user credentials and roles.

businesses – Contains business details (name, category, description, contact

info, etc.).

categories – List of business categories.

locations – Stores city or region data.

reviews (optional) – User-submitted reviews and ratings.

admin – Admin login credentials.

1.7 SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

 Operating System:-- Windows / MacOS
 Development Frameworks and Libraries:-- Larawell Php
 Database Management System:
 Communication Protocols (e.g., HTTP, SSH)
 Integrated Development Environments:--Visual Studio

1.8 HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:

 Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
 RAM: Minimum 8GB
 Storage: SSD with sufficient capacity

SYSTEM REQUIREMNT SPECIFICATIONS

System Requirements
A. Software Requirements:
Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap

Backend: PHP 7.x or 8.x

Database: MySQL

Web Server: Apache (XAMPP, WAMP, or LAMP stack)

Browser: Chrome, Firefox, Safari (modern browsers)

B. Hardware Requirements:
RAM: Minimum 4 GB

Processor: Dual-core or above

Disk Space: 2 GB minimum

3.1 Hardware Requirement:

For Website like our, the hardware requirements are typically not very
demanding,
especially if cloud services are utilized. Here's a breakdown of the hardware

requirements for different components of the system:

1. Web Server:
 Processor: A modern multi-core CPU (e.g., Intel Core i5 or equivalent) should
suffice.
 RAM: At least 4GB of RAM is recommended for handling web server processes
and serving web pages efficiently.
 Storage: SSD storage is preferable for faster data access and better
performance.
A minimum of 20GB storage should be sufficient for hosting the website files
and databases.
2. Database Server:
 Processor: Similar to the web server, a multi-core CPU is recommended for
handling database queries efficiently.
 RAM: The database server may require more RAM depending on the size of the
database and the number of concurrent users. At least 8GB of RAM is
recommended.
 Storage: SSD storage is again preferred for better database performance.
Allocate sufficient storage space based on the expected size of the database and
future growth projections.

3.2 Software Requirement:

The software requirements for the website can vary depending on the specific
technologies chosen for development. However, here are some common software
components and technologies that may be required:
1. Operating System:
- The choice of operating system (OS) for hosting the website can vary based
on preference and compatibility with other software components. Common options
include Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS) or Windows Server.
2. Web Server:
- A web server software is needed to serve web pages to users. Popular options
include:
- Apache HTTP Server
- Nginx
- Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS)
3. Database Management System (DBMS):
- A DBMS is required to store and manage website data. Common options
include:
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB (for NoSQL databases)
- Microsoft SQL Server
4. Programming Languages and Frameworks:
- Depending on the development stack chosen, programming languages and
frameworks may include:
- Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScrip, Bootstrap
- Backend: PHP (Laravel,Symfony) and MySQL Database

Database Design :

Main Tables:

Table Name Description

users Stores user and business owner credentials
businesses Stores details of each business
categories Business categories (e.g., Food, Health)
locations Cities or regions
admins Admin credentials
contacts Contact form messages
reviews (optional) User-submitted reviews and ratings

11. Limitations :
No real-time chat or messaging system.

No advanced analytics for business owners.

Basic UI (can be enhanced with frameworks like React or Vue).

Single-language support.

12. Future Enhancements :

Location Map Integration: Google Maps for location pins.

Payment Gateway: For featured/premium listings.

User Reviews & Ratings: Allow customers to review businesses.

Notification System: Email or SMS alerts for status changes.

Mobile App Integration: Convert the platform into a mobile app.

13. Conclusion
The Business Listing Website project successfully demonstrates a
full-stack application using web development fundamentals.
It provides real-world utility and a scalable foundation for future
enhancements. The project highlights essential web development skills including
frontend design, backend programming, and database integration.