C++ Store is a console-based shopping application developed using C++. The project simulates a real-world shopping experience through a command-line interface, allowing users to browse various product categories, add items to their cart, and capture delivery details. This repository contains the source code, a comprehensive project proposal, and an in-depth report detailing the application's design, implementation, and future improvements.
- proposal.docx: A detailed project proposal outlining the objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes of the C++ Store application.
- report.docx: An extensive report that covers the design, implementation, logic, and future work for the application.
- main.cpp: The main program file with all the functions and implementation details.
- Develop a console-based shopping application using C++.
- Create various product categories and functionalities for adding items to the shopping cart.
- Implement exception handling to manage errors effectively.
- Utilize file handling for storing user delivery details.
The development of the C++ Store follows a structured methodology involving several key stages:
- Design: Conceptualizing the application structure, including product categories, user interface, and flow of operations.
- Development: Writing and integrating C++ code to bring the design to life, focusing on modular functions for each product category.
- Testing: Rigorous testing to ensure the application handles user inputs and errors gracefully.
- Documentation: Comprehensive documentation of the code, user guide, and a detailed report.
The implementation of the C++ Store consists of several functions and modules that work together to create a seamless shopping experience.
The application begins with a loading screen to simulate the initialization of a shopping platform. This screen displays a progress bar to engage the user during the brief startup period.
The main menu presents the user with various product categories. Each category corresponds to a function that handles the selection and addition of items to the cart.
Each product category function prompts the user to select specific items and adds the selected items to the cart. Functions are modular, ensuring clean and maintainable code.
Exception handling ensures that invalid inputs and file errors do not crash the program. The use of try-catch blocks helps manage exceptions effectively.
After the user completes their shopping, they are prompted to enter their delivery details, which are stored in a file to ensure data persistence for delivery purposes.
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Refactoring the application using OOP principles to create a more structured and scalable design.
- Enhanced User Interface: Improving the console-based interface to provide a more user-friendly experience.
- Database Integration: Integrating a database to manage products and user details more efficiently.
- Additional Features: Implementing features such as product search, discounts, user authentication, and order history.
- main.cpp: This file contains the entire source code for the C++ Store application. It includes function definitions for loading screen, main menu, product categories, exception handling, and file handling.
- Initialization: The application starts with a loading screen.
- Main Menu: Users are presented with a menu to select product categories.
- Product Selection: Users choose products from various categories, which are added to the shopping cart.
- Billing: The total bill is calculated and displayed.
- Delivery Details: Users enter their delivery details, which are saved to a file.
- Completion: The program confirms the order and exits.
C++ Store serves as an educational tool, demonstrating key C++ programming concepts and the importance of robust software design. This repository provides a comprehensive look at the development process, from proposal to implementation and future improvements.
Please refer to proposal.docx and report.docx for more detailed information on the project's objectives, methodology, implementation, and future work.