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A suitable system to implement. This system must be a data processing system that concerns the creation, storage, management, processing and visualising of a set of data with which you are currently involved. This implementation MUST be undertaken using the Python 3 programming language. Part 1 – System Build Provide a concise written description of your selected data processing system. This can include diagrams or images if this is required to best support your description. Also, include the user stories that describe the functionality of the system. Produce a Python 3 implementation of your chosen system. This must provide the data processing and visualisation relevant to your system and provide a graphical user interface (GUI) to this processing and visualisation. You must utilise object-oriented programming where appropriate and structure your solution using the module and package approach adopted by good idiomatic Python 3 implementations. It is expected that the structure of your submitted Python project will also reflect this structure, utilising a main project folder (with any necessary sub-folders) and appropriate Python 3 script files. You are also expected to provide full documentation of the details of your implementation by including appropriate code comments within your Python 3 script files.

Part 2 – Automated Testing Provide a set of automated unit tests (using a suitable Python 3 automated testing framework such as the unittest module) that exercise and demonstrate the correct functionality for 4 separate methods taken from a class (or classes) that is involved with part of the data processing in your system. You can choose methods related to any of the CRUD functions. Do not include any method which would require testing of the GUI. Ensure you fully document your test code using appropriate code commenting. Your automated unit tests must be provided within the Python project in a way that properly separates these tests from the production version of your implementation. Additionally, the automated unit tests must be able to be run from within the PyCharm Community Edition IDE, using the automated unit testing integration offered by this IDE.

Part 3 – System Function Traceability Report Produce a report that traces the functionality provided in your software implementation back to the specific requirement for that function in your system description. This must be done by mapping the user stories that represent your system requirements to the various classes and methods of those classes that you have implemented in your software solution. You must also provide for each trace back a short explanation as to how the mapped class and/or method directly contributes to satisfying the “So that…” aspect of the user story involved. A recommended approach here is to tabulate your mappings so they can be easily traced.

Part 4 – Reflective Report You are to write a short reflective report focusing on one future trend in computing and considering how new ideas and theories could be applied in the application domain you have developed for this assignment. You should consider both the potential benefits of the new ideas as well as the inherent complexities and present your reasoned evaluation and conclusions regarding the application of those new ideas within your chosen domain. If your application is work related, you could conclude your reflective evaluation with recommendations relevant to your employer regarding the adoption, or otherwise, of new advanced computing techniques. For this reflective report, you could consider any one of the following topics or choose any other current computing topic: Big Data / Data mining or analytics / Data visualisation Artificial Intelligence / Machine learning Robotics and Social Interaction Virtual or Augmented reality Security within Cloud computing The internet of things (IoT) Autonomous Transportation Wearable devices and sensors. You are not expected to reference research papers or present a very technical explanation of the topic – rather you are expected to focus on the advantages and complexities of applying the theory in your application area. You should start your reflective report with a short description of your chosen topic before presenting your evaluation of its application.

Deliverables A zipped archive of your main Python project folder which must include all relevant files needed to run your software implementation and run the automated unit tests. Also, include in this archive the word processed document that contains the concise description of the system and the associated user stories. Any details of further instructions or any additional Python 3 libraries must also be provided in a readme.txt file. A single word processed document that contains the traceability and reflective reports required for Part 3 and Part 4.

Paper For Above Instructions

Introduction

In the modern data-driven environment, systems for data processing have become essential for organizations across various sectors. This paper presents a Python-based data processing system that focuses on the creation, storage, management, processing, and visualization of data. In particular, it explores a system designed specifically for managing student information at educational institutions, enabling efficient data handling and visual reporting through a graphical user interface (GUI).

System Description

The selected system is a Student Information Management System (SIMS) that provides all necessary functionalities to track student data, including personal details, academic records, and performance metrics. This system allows for the CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations associated with student data management. The architecture includes a Database Management System (DBMS) that stores data, an application layer developed in Python 3, and a GUI built using libraries such as Tkinter for interactive visualization.

To fulfill user requirements, various user stories have been established:

  • As an admin, I want to be able to add new student records, so that I can keep track of all enrolled students.
  • As an admin, I want to edit existing student records, so that I can update information accurately.
  • As an admin, I want to delete student records, so that outdated or incorrect data can be removed.
  • As an admin, I want to view student records in a user-friendly manner, so I can monitor academic performance and other metrics.
  • As an admin, I want to visualize student performance data via charts, so that trends can be identified easily.

The system's GUI will feature input fields for entering and updating student information, and output areas for displaying existing data and performance visualizations such as bar charts or pie charts. A database, implemented using SQLite, will be used to store all student data in a structured manner.

Implementation Details

The implementation of the SIMS will utilize object-oriented programming principles to encapsulate functionality into distinct classes. For example, classes such as Student, DatabaseManager, and Visualization will manage different aspects of the system. The Student class will represent student attributes and methods for manipulating student data, while the DatabaseManager class will handle interactions with the database, and the Visualization class will manage the creation of charts based on student performance.

Code comments will be meticulously included within each script to ensure clarity regarding the workings of methods and classes. Additionally, code organization will reflect best practices, promoting ease of navigation and maintenance.

Automated Testing

In accordance with part 2 of the assignment, automated testing will be performed using the unittest framework. This testing will involve the creation of tests for four methods associated with CRUD functionalities of the Student class. For example:

  • Test to ensure the addition of a student record works correctly.
  • Test to validate the updating of a student record.
  • Test to ensure a student record can be retrieved from the database.
  • Test to confirm that a student record can be deleted successfully.

All tests will be documented thoroughly, with explanations of what each test is verifying directly related to the practical functionalities of the system.

System Function Traceability

For part 3, a traceability report will map user stories to code components, clearly outlining how each class and method contributes to meeting user requirements. For instance, the add_student() method in the DatabaseManager class fulfills the 'add new student records' user story by adding entries to the SQLite database.

Reflective Report

For part 4, the chosen trend in computing will be artificial intelligence (AI) and its application in education. AI can help personalize learning experiences, analyze student performance data, and recommend resources tailored to individual learning styles. The potential benefits include improved student engagement and academic outcomes. However, complexities around data privacy and the equitable deployment of AI-driven tools should also be considered.

In conclusion, the implementation of a Student Information Management System using Python will enhance the management of student data effectively, ensure a robust testing framework is in place, and facilitate a comprehensive mapping of system requirements to specific functionalities. The reflective component will encourage consideration of impactful future trends within the educational domain.

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