Admin Panel Management System

A PROJECT REPORT

Submitted by:

Ravneet Kaur (24MCA20125)

In partial fulfilment for the award of the degree of

Masters of Computer Applications

IN

University Institute of Computing

Chandigarh University
NH-95 Chandigarh-Ludhiana Highway,
Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar(Mohali)
Punjab 140413.

Aug 2024 – Nov 2024

Contents

1 Introduction 4

2 Project Overview 5
2.1 Core Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Backend Approach: Servlet and JSP Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 System Architecture & Workflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3 Functional Workflow 7
3.1 Technologies Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1.1 Java . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1.2 JSP (JavaServer Pages) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1.3 Servlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1.4 HTML5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1.5 CSS3 & Bootstrap 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1.6 JavaScript (Vanilla) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1.7 Font Awesome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1.8 MySQL & JDBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1.9 Apache Tomcat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1.10 NetBeans IDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1.11 XAMPP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1.12 Project Directory Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4 Functional Workflow 10
4.1 System Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 User Authentication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 User Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.4 Viewing and Searching Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.5 Updating User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.6 Deleting Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.7 Session and Logout Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

5 Output 14

6 Result Analysis and Validation 16

6.1 Functional Validation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.2 Security and Input Validation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.3 Performance Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.4 Usability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.5 Validation Testing Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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 6.5.1 User Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.5.2 Login Authentication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.5.3 Update Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.5.4 Delete Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5.5 Session Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5.6 Search Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5.7 UI Responsiveness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7 Conclusion and Future Work 20

7.1 Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.2 Future Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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 ABSTRACT
This project titled “Admin Panel Management System” is a web-based application de-
veloped to streamline the process of managing user data and access within a system.
Built using Java Servlets, JSP, and MySQL in the NetBeans IDE, the system provides
a centralized platform for administrators to perform key operations such as user regis-
tration, login authentication, viewing user data, updating records, and deleting users.
The project follows the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture to ensure a clear sep-
aration of concerns and maintainability. It leverages XAMPP for database and server
management and uses JDBC for establishing a seamless connection between the appli-
cation and the MySQL database. Designed for simplicity and efficiency, the Admin
Panel Management System is ideal for small-scale web applications requiring basic user
management functionalities. It ensures secure session handling, input validation, and
user-friendly navigation. The system showcases essential concepts in web development,
making it a valuable academic project as well as a foundational base for more advanced
administrative tools.

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Chapter 1

Introduction

In today’s digital landscape, web applications play a crucial role in managing and deliver-
ing data-driven services. One essential component of many web applications is the admin
panel—a backend interface that enables authorized users (typically administrators) to
manage users, data, and system settings efficiently. The Admin Panel Management Sys-
tem is designed to provide a simple yet functional interface for administrators to perform
core operations such as user registration, login validation, viewing user details, updating
records, and deleting entries from the system. This project emphasizes the importance
of user control and data integrity while maintaining a user-friendly interface. Developed
using Java Servlets and JSP with MySQL as the backend, this system integrates the
front-end and back-end seamlessly using NetBeans IDE. It follows the MVC architecture,
ensuring a clean separation between data, business logic, and presentation layers. The
system also implements secure session management and data validation, ensuring that
only authorized users can access administrative functions. By focusing on basic CRUD
(Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations, the Admin Panel serves as a foundational
module for larger web-based systems and provides practical experience in full-stack web
development. This project is particularly beneficial for academic purposes, helping stu-
dents understand the core concepts of dynamic web development, user authentication,
and database interaction.

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Chapter 2

Project Overview

Admin Panel Management System

The Admin Panel Management System is a secure and interactive web-based ap-
plication developed to simplify user management tasks on a centralized platform. This
system addresses a fundamental requirement in many applications—effective administra-
tion of user records through operations such as registration, login authentication, update,
and deletion of user data.
The system leverages Java Servlets and JSP for backend logic and dynamic content
rendering, while MySQL serves as the persistent storage solution. It is hosted on a
local server using XAMPP, making it ideal for academic, organizational, or small-scale
enterprise use.

2.1 Core Functionality

Administrators interact with a structured interface that allows them to:

• Login securely to the admin panel with verified credentials.

• View all registered user details in a dashboard-style table.
• Perform the following actions:
– Add a new user via the registration form.
– Update existing user details through an edit form.
– Delete users from the system permanently.
• Receive real-time alerts on successful login, registration, updates, or deletions.
• Navigate across different modules such as Home, Add User, and User Dashboard.

2.2 Backend Approach: Servlet and JSP Integration

The system is built using a classic Java EE architecture:

• Servlets manage the HTTP request/response lifecycle, handle form submissions,

interact with the database, and direct user flow.
• JSP (JavaServer Pages) dynamically generate HTML content based on backend
responses.

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 • The MVC (Model-View-Controller) design pattern ensures separation of con-
cerns and maintainability of code.

2.3 System Architecture & Workflow

Frontend
Developed using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to offer a clean, interactive, and respon-
sive user experience.

Backend
Java Servlets control logic flow, handle authentication, and perform CRUD operations
efficiently.

Database Integration
• A MySQL database manages user records including ID, name, username, email,
and password.
• Full support for CRUD operations is implemented using Java JDBC.
• XAMPP is used for deploying the Apache server and MySQL database locally.

Navigation & Access Control

• Admin login is verified using server-side validation.
• Sessions manage login persistence and restrict unauthorized access.
• Logout functionality clears the session and redirects the user securely.

Templating & Dynamic Rendering

• JSP is used for rendering admin dashboards and dynamic content such as user
tables.
• Data from the database is passed into JSP pages using Servlet attributes.

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Chapter 3

Functional Workflow

3.1 Technologies Used

The development of the Admin Panel web application integrates a combination of fron-
tend and backend technologies that work together to provide a robust, responsive, and
user-friendly experience. This section outlines the specific tools and technologies utilized
throughout the system.

3.1.1 Java
• Primary programming language used for both backend logic and dynamic content
rendering.

• Enables the use of Servlets and JSP (JavaServer Pages) for handling server-side
operations.

• Provides object-oriented structure and scalability, essential for enterprise-level ap-

plications.

• Supports JDBC for seamless interaction with the MySQL database.

3.1.2 JSP (JavaServer Pages)

• Used to generate dynamic HTML content and render user data on web pages.

• Facilitates embedding Java code directly within HTML for server-side processing.

• Manages user sessions, displays user tables, and includes interactive elements such
as search and CRUD operations.

3.1.3 Servlets
• Java classes that handle HTTP requests and define application behavior for features
like login, registration, user update, and deletion.

• Communicates directly with the database using JDBC to execute SQL queries.

• Handles session creation and validation to secure access to the admin dashboard.

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3.1.4 HTML5
• Structures the content of all web pages including login, register, and admin dash-
board.

• Ensures semantic layout for accessibility and compatibility across all modern browsers.

• Forms the base for Bootstrap and JavaScript enhancements.

3.1.5 CSS3 & Bootstrap 5

• CSS3 is used for custom styling and layout design of the user interface.

• Bootstrap 5, a powerful frontend toolkit, is used extensively for:

– Styling tables, forms, buttons, and modal components.

– Enabling mobile-first responsive design to ensure cross-device compatibility.
– Utilizing utility classes for fast and consistent UI development.

3.1.6 JavaScript (Vanilla)

• Adds interactivity to the frontend, such as real-time filtering of users in the dash-
board table.

• Enhances the user experience by dynamically updating content without needing

page reloads.

• Used for client-side validation and DOM manipulation.

3.1.7 Font Awesome

• Provides vector icons and social logos used throughout the admin panel.

• Adds visual clarity to buttons like edit, delete, profile, and logout.

• Enhances overall design and user experience with intuitive iconography.

3.1.8 MySQL & JDBC

• MySQL serves as the relational database for storing user data, login credentials,
and profile information.

• JDBC (Java Database Connectivity) is used for executing SQL queries, managing
connections, and performing CRUD operations.

• Ensures persistent storage and retrieval of data with high reliability and perfor-
mance.

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3.1.9 Apache Tomcat
• Java-based web server and servlet container used to deploy and run the application.

• Processes servlet and JSP files, handles routing, and manages user sessions.

• Provides a stable runtime environment for local testing and production deployment.

3.1.10 NetBeans IDE

• An integrated development environment used for writing, organizing, and debugging
Java EE applications.

• Offers features such as JSP/Servlet support, project templates, and easy integration
with Apache Tomcat.

• Simplifies code navigation, deployment, and database connectivity.

3.1.11 XAMPP
• Used as a local development stack to manage the MySQL database through php-
MyAdmin.

• Simplifies database configuration and testing.

• Provides a lightweight solution for running Apache and MySQL services during
development.

3.1.12 Project Directory Structure

• /Web Pages: Contains all JSP files used to render frontend views (login, register,
dashboard, etc.).

• /Source Packages: Includes all Java packages and servlet files for business logic
and database operations.

• /com.adminpanel.database: Handles database connection setup via DBConnection.java.

• /com.adminpanel.servlets: Contains all Servlet files (LoginServlet.java, RegisterServlet.

etc.) to process user actions.

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Chapter 4

Functional Workflow

The functional workflow of the Admin Panel system outlines the sequential operations
that begin with user authentication and end with user management tasks such as viewing,
updating, and deleting records. This workflow is designed to ensure efficient session
management, database interaction, and dynamic data rendering. The system is built to
provide a seamless user experience for administrators managing registered users. The
workflow includes the following key stages:

4.1 System Initialization

• The application is deployed using Apache Tomcat and accessed via a web browser.

• Upon initialization, the system loads JSP pages and establishes a connection with
the MySQL database using JDBC.

• The administrator is first presented with the login.jsp page for authentication.

• All necessary servlet mappings and web configurations are loaded through web.xml
or annotations.

4.2 User Authentication

• The admin logs in through a form on login.jsp, entering a registered email and
password.

• The form data is submitted via POST to LoginServlet.java, which:

– Validates the credentials against the users table in the MySQL database.
– Creates a session upon successful authentication.
– Redirects the admin to the admin dashboard.jsp page.
– If authentication fails, displays an error message and redirects back to the
login page.

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4.3 User Registration
• Admins can register new users through the register.jsp form.

• The form captures user details including:

– Username
– Email
– Password
– Gender

• Submitted data is handled by RegisterServlet.java, which:

– Validates input data.

– Inserts the user into the users database table.
– Redirects back to the dashboard with a success message.

4.4 Viewing and Searching Users

• The admin dashboard.jsp retrieves all user records from the users table using
SQL queries via the DBConnection.java class.

• A responsive HTML table is displayed using Bootstrap, listing:

– ID, Username, Email, and Gender.

• A search input field allows real-time filtering of users by username or email using
JavaScript.

• Data is dynamically updated on the page without requiring a full reload.

4.5 Updating User Information

• Each user row includes an “Update” button, linking to update.jsp?id=<userId>.

• On loading update.jsp, the selected user’s current data is fetched from the database
and displayed in a form.

• Upon submission, the UpdateServlet.java:

– Validates and updates the user’s details in the database.

– Redirects the admin back to the dashboard with updated records.

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4.6 Deleting Users
• Each user row also includes a “Delete” button, linking to delete.jsp?id=<userId>.

• A confirmation prompt ensures that deletions are intentional.

• On confirmation, the corresponding record is deleted from the database using an

SQL DELETE query.

• The table is refreshed to reflect the updated data.

4.7 Session and Logout Management

• The admin can log out via the “Logout” button on the dashboard.

• Clicking the button triggers a POST request to logout.jsp, which:

– Invalidates the current session.

– Redirects the user to the login page.
– Ensures that only authenticated users can access restricted pages like the dash-
board.

• The admin can:

– Continuously add, update, or delete users.

– Log out and log in with different credentials.
– Search for specific users dynamically.

• These features promote interactive and real-time user management.

• The structure supports extendability for future features like user roles, analytics,
and activity tracking.

This functional workflow outlines how different components of the Admin Panel are
tightly integrated, with JSP, Servlets, JDBC, and MySQL working in tandem to create a
reliable and efficient user management system. The workflow highlights real-time interac-
tion, session control, and secure access — critical aspects of any admin-facing application.

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Figure 4.1: Project Structure Figure 4.2: Working of the program

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Chapter 5

Output

Figure 5.1: Registration Page Figure 5.2: Login Page

Figure 5.3: Page to update user’s details

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 Figure 5.4: Admin Dashboard

Figure 5.5: Demonstrates how searching functionality works

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Chapter 6

Result Analysis and Validation

The Admin Panel project was rigorously tested to ensure proper functionality, data in-
tegrity, and user experience. The results demonstrate that the system effectively handles
user management operations while maintaining secure and seamless interactions between
the frontend and backend components. Below is a breakdown of the analysis and valida-
tion conducted:

6.1 Functional Validation

Each core module of the Admin Panel was validated to ensure it performs as intended:

• User Registration

– Successfully captures user inputs including username, email, password, and

gender.
– Inserts valid records into the MySQL database.
– Displays appropriate alerts upon success or failure (e.g., duplicate email, in-
valid fields).

• User Login

– Accurately authenticates registered users based on email and password.

– Prevents unauthorized access by rejecting invalid credentials.
– Redirects authenticated users to the dashboard with active session tracking.

• Dashboard Rendering

– Retrieves and displays user records from the database dynamically in an HTML
table.
– Table updates automatically after insertions, deletions, or updates.
– Search functionality filters results in real-time using JavaScript, enhancing
usability.

• Update and Delete Operations

– “Update” links pre-fill user data in the update.jsp form for convenient editing.

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 – Validated updates reflect immediately in the user table after saving.
– “Delete” operations prompt for confirmation and remove records from the
database permanently.

• Logout Functionality

– Properly terminates the session and redirects the user to the login page.
– Prevents access to the dashboard after logout by invalidating the session ob-
ject.

6.2 Security and Input Validation

• Session Management

– Sessions are created during login and destroyed during logout to protect sen-
sitive routes.
– Unauthorized users are restricted from accessing admin dashboard.jsp with-
out authentication.

• Input Validation

– Frontend validation ensures all required fields are completed.

– Backend validation checks for email format, password strength, and duplicate
entries.

• SQL Injection Protection

– All SQL queries use PreparedStatement to safeguard against injection at-

tacks.
– Parameters are bound securely to avoid direct manipulation of queries.

6.3 Performance Analysis

• The system shows fast response times with efficient JDBC queries.

• Lightweight JSP and Bootstrap 5 components ensure quick rendering of UI ele-

ments.

• AJAX-like interactivity through JavaScript search filtering improves responsiveness

without reloading the page.

6.4 Usability
• User Experience (UX)

– Clean interface with intuitive navigation and feedback messages.

– Use of Bootstrap styling ensures the application is mobile-responsive and vi-
sually appealing.

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 – Icons and color-coded buttons (update, delete, logout) enhance accessibility
and usability.

• Error Handling

– Appropriate error messages are displayed on failed login, registration, or empty

form submission.
– System gracefully handles edge cases such as empty database, special charac-
ters, or form resubmission.

6.5 Validation Testing Summary

The validation testing phase was conducted to ensure that all critical functionalities of
the application operate as expected under various scenarios. Below is a summary of the
outcomes for each tested feature:

6.5.1 User Registration

• The registration form successfully accepted valid user data and created new ac-
counts without issues.

• The system effectively handled duplicate email submissions by preventing the cre-
ation of accounts with already-registered emails.

• ✓ Passed with valid data

• ✓ Handled duplicate email cases gracefully

6.5.2 Login Authentication

• Users were able to log in using correct credentials, and access to the dashboard was
granted as expected.

• Invalid login attempts were properly handled, displaying relevant error messages
and denying access.

• ✓ Passed with valid credentials

• ✓ Handled invalid credential attempts

6.5.3 Update Function

• The functionality to modify user details, such as username and email, worked ac-
curately.

• Changes were saved and reflected in the system without any errors.

• ✓ Passed – Updates successfully applied

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6.5.4 Delete Function
• Deleting a user from the database functioned as intended.

• The system removed the user records permanently and ensured data consistency.

• ✓ Passed – Users deleted successfully

6.5.5 Session Management

• Session control was thoroughly tested.

• After a user logged out, attempting to access restricted areas (like the dashboard)
was blocked, confirming that sessions were terminated securely.

• ✓ Passed – Access restricted post-logout

6.5.6 Search Functionality

• The search feature allowed filtering by partial matches on email or username fields.

• Results were accurate and displayed promptly, enhancing usability.

• ✓ Passed – Responsive to partial input queries

6.5.7 UI Responsiveness
• The user interface was tested on multiple screen sizes, including mobile phones and
desktop browsers.

• The design remained consistent, user-friendly, and visually appropriate across all
devices.

• ✓ Passed – Responsive on all tested platforms

This comprehensive testing confirms that the application meets expected standards
for usability, security, and performance.

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Chapter 7

Conclusion and Future Work

7.1 Conclusion
The comprehensive validation testing of the application confirms that the system meets its
functional requirements and performs reliably under various test scenarios. Core modules
such as user registration, login authentication, data update and deletion, session manage-
ment, search functionality, and UI responsiveness have all successfully passed validation
checks. The system accurately processes valid user inputs, handles exceptions such as
duplicate emails or invalid login attempts, and maintains consistent session behavior by
restricting access after logout. User data updates are reflected in real-time, while deletions
are executed effectively, ensuring clean database management. The search functionality
has proven to be both efficient and responsive, allowing dynamic filtering of records based
on partial queries. Moreover, UI testing on different devices (mobile and desktop) con-
firms the system’s adaptability and responsiveness, providing a smooth and intuitive user
experience across platforms. Overall, the application demonstrates a well-structured ar-
chitecture that integrates front-end interactivity with robust back-end logic. The current
implementation emphasizes data integrity, security, and usability, aligning well with the
goals set at the beginning of the project.

7.2 Future Work

While the current version of the application is functionally complete and stable, sev-
eral enhancements and improvements can be implemented in future versions to increase
scalability, security, and feature depth. These future directions include:

1. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Introduce multiple user roles such as Administrator, Moderator, and Standard User,
each with specific access privileges. This will allow better data control and man-
agement across user types, especially in multi-user environments.

2. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Enhance security by integrating a second layer of authentication using OTPs (One-
Time Passwords) sent via email or SMS. This ensures that even if login credentials
are compromised, unauthorized access is prevented.

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 3. Password Recovery and Reset Mechanism
Implement a secure and user-friendly password recovery feature that allows users
to reset forgotten passwords through email verification links or security questions.

4. User Activity Logging

Maintain a detailed log of user activities such as login times, data modifications, and
delete operations. This is essential for auditing, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

5. Notification and Alerts System

Add real-time notifications (e.g., successful login, profile updates, password changes)
to keep users informed about their account status. These can be implemented using
pop-up alerts or email notifications.

6. Data Export Capabilities

Provide functionality to export user data in formats like CSV, PDF, or Excel. This
feature is particularly useful for administrative reporting or backup purposes.

7. API Integration
Develop RESTful APIs to allow integration with external systems or mobile appli-
cations. This will facilitate future extensions of the application into other platforms
or services.

8. Performance Optimization
Optimize database queries, implement caching strategies, and reduce load times to
ensure smooth performance, especially as the number of users and records grows.

9. Accessibility Compliance
Ensure the application meets WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) stan-
dards by improving support for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and high-
contrast UI options to accommodate users with disabilities.

10. Automated Testing and CI/CD

Incorporate automated testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end) and Continuous
Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to improve development ef-
ficiency and code reliability.

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