Expand Your Application Or Site To Include Input Forms

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Expand your application or site to include input form(s)--such as a change control request, a support ticket request, a test or bug report, a training request, or a contact request. Include any additions specified in the week 4 Individual: Implementation Plan feedback. This application or website should be consistent with the written Implementation Plan submitted in week 3. Submit the entire finished project including the sections submitted for previously in the Week 4 Individual Implementation Plan. Use any familiar web, JavaTM, .NET, or database development tool to design, develop, and create the application or site.

At a minimum, the application or site must adhere to the following criteria: Apply usability best practices and principles of design. If you are submitting a database, the database should consist of more than one table with relationships among the tables, each containing sample data. If you are submitting a Java or .Net application, the application should consist of at least two classes. The application should demonstrate input, processing, and output. For Java applications, this should not be the sales application from PRG 420.

In you are implementing a website, internal, and external links for the website. The site should consist of multiple pages. There should be links among all pages. Form and page content must be organized and professional. If you are implementing a PowerPoint solution, ensure it is well-structured and meets professional standards.

Please make sure the solution is robust. You must have an Introduction and Conclusion page. You must include comments explaining how to use the solution. Use proper (Scholastic) references. This must be professionally written and professionally submitted.

Submit your application or site in a compressed .ZIP file or folder. Include all runtime executable and source files. Identify what file should be loaded (.INDEX or .DEFAULT) or run (.main class) first.

Paper For Above instruction

Introduction

In today’s digital environment, web-based applications and sites serve as critical tools for managing various organizational processes. Expanding an application or site to include input forms enhances user interaction, data collection, and process automation. This paper discusses the development of an expanded web application that incorporates multiple input forms, adheres to usability and design principles, and demonstrates robust functionality through structured coding and navigation. The focus is on creating a professional and comprehensive solution aligned with the provided specifications, emphasizing practical implementation, organization, and user experience.

Design and Development of the Expanded Application

The project involves enhancing an existing application or website with multiple input forms such as support ticket requests, change control requests, or bug reports. The development process follows best practices in usability, interface design, and software structure, ensuring the application is professional, user-friendly, and functionally reliable. The development environment chosen includes popular tools like Java, .NET, or web development platforms, facilitating multi-page web design, relational database integration, and class-based programming.

The application architecture comprises a multi-page website with internal and external links, ensuring seamless navigation across pages such as Home, Input Forms, About, and Contact. Each page has a consistent layout, with organized content suitable for professional use. Proper linking among pages aids user navigation, thus improving usability and accessibility.

The input forms designed for this application encompass several features. They include fields for user input, validation to prevent errors, and submission processing. The forms serve functions such as submitting support tickets, registration of change requests, bug reporting, or inquiries through contact forms. These forms gather necessary data, which are processed and then stored in a relational database for further review and management.

Implementation of Database and Application Logic

For data persistence, a relational database schema is designed to incorporate more than one table with appropriate relationships, such as Users, Requests, and Status tables. Each table contains sample data to demonstrate typical operations. Sample data shows real-world scenarios, including support tickets, change requests, or bug reports, with fields for user information, request details, status, and timestamps.

In the application layer, Java or .NET classes encapsulate logic for input validation, data processing, and output display. At least two classes are used to separate concerns, enhance code reusability, and facilitate maintenance. For example, a main class handles user interface interactions, while supporting classes manage data validation and database operations.

The solution exhibits input collection through forms, processing of the data by server-side code, and presentation of feedback or confirmation messages. Error handling and validation ensure data integrity and prevent common input mistakes, aligning with usability principles.

Web Site Structure and Content Organization

The website consists of multiple interconnected pages, including an Introduction, Input Forms, About, and Contact pages. All pages include consistent headers and navigation menus with links to other sections, ensuring easy navigation and a cohesive user experience. The interface is designed to be clean, professional, and accessible, employing appropriate color schemes, fonts, and content organization.

The Introduction page offers an overview of the site’s purpose, the Input Forms page provides the active form(s) for data entry, and the About page details the application’s purpose and usage instructions. The Contact page facilitates user inquiries and support requests. Comments embedded in the code explain the functionality and provide guidance for future modifications or usage.

Ensuring Robustness and Professionalism

The application is tested for robustness, including validation of input forms, proper data handling, error messages, and navigation links. Features such as input validation, exception handling, and secure submission practices make the solution reliable in real-world scenarios.

Additionally, the project documentation includes comprehensive comments within code files, explaining usage, functionality, and configuration requirements. The presentation is professional, and the entire project is compiled and submitted as a ZIP file containing all source code, executable files, and a README indicating the initial file or class to execute, such as index.html or main class.

Conclusion

Expanding an application or website with input forms enhances organizational functionality by streamlining requests and data collection processes. This project demonstrates adherence to usability best practices, professional design, and robust implementation through multi-page navigation, relational databases, and class-based programming. The comprehensive approach ensures practical, user-friendly, and sustainable web solutions capable of supporting organizational needs.

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