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MERGEFO LEYTE NORMAL UNIVERSITY CAPSTONE PROJECT
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES FORM NO.: CP – 1
PRE-CAPSTONE PROJECT PROPOSAL
Activity No.: CP01
Course Code & Description IT 128 CAPSTONE PROJECT 1
Time & Day:
Project Title:
“Saob Cave E-Commerce Platform: Bridging Tourism and Local
Heritage Online”
Proponents:
Leader: Noynay Xavier Seth C.
Members: Bingco, Kent Rogie B.
Follow this format: Ronda, Ron Ivan R.
Last Name, First Name M.I.
Vivero, Nickxon T.
Scope of the Study:
The study aims to develop a user-friendly e-commerce platform
designed to promote Saob Cave and the surrounding local
tourism industry. It will serve as a marketplace for tourists to book
guided tours, purchase local products, and explore cultural
artifacts associated with the heritage of the area. Additionally, the
platform will include features like online payments, personalized
travel recommendations, and an interactive blog showcasing
stories and historical facts about Saob Cave.
Limitation of the Study:
Technological Constraints: The system's functionality will
depend on the availability and reliability of the required
technology, such as internet connectivity for online
transactions and integration with payment gateways.
Geographic Focus: The platform will focus exclusively on
Saob Cave and its surrounding tourism-related activities,
limiting its scalability to other tourism destinations.
Resource Limitations: The project will not include advanced
features such as AI-based personalized recommendations or
real-time inventory management due to budget and
complexity.
User Adoption: The success of the platform heavily relies on
the willingness of local stakeholders, such as tour guides and
product sellers, to adopt and actively use the system.
Marketing and Promotion: The platform’s reach and
effectiveness will depend on the effectiveness of marketing
efforts to attract both tourists and local sellers. A lack of
resources for marketing could limit its adoption and impact.
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Project Description and
Technology The Saob Cave E-Commerce Platform aims to create an
innovative digital solution that promotes tourism and preserves
the cultural and natural heritage of Saob Cave and its
surrounding community. This project will establish an online
marketplace where tourists can conveniently book tours,
purchase local products, and explore the history and cultural
significance of the cave. By integrating modern e-commerce
technologies with storytelling elements, the platform fosters local
economic growth while providing an immersive experience for
users.
The system will feature real-time updates on available tours
and products, a user-friendly booking system, and an
informational section showcasing the unique features and
heritage of Saob Cave. It aims to enhance local tourism by
making Saob Cave more accessible to a wider audience while
supporting sustainable tourism practices and preserving the
area's cultural identity.
The platform will be developed using a modern web-based
architecture. The front-end will utilize React.js or Vue.js for an
interactive and responsive user interface, with Tailwind CSS for
efficient styling. The back-end will be powered by Node.js with
Express.js or Python with Django/Flask to ensure reliability and
scalability. A relational database such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
will be used for structured data storage, while Firebase or
MongoDB can be incorporated for real-time updates.
For secure transactions, the system will implement JWT or
OAuth 2.0 authentication, integrated with payment gateways like
PayPal or Stripe for seamless e-commerce functionality. Cloud
hosting solutions such as AWS or Google Cloud will be used for
scalability and performance optimization. Additional features
include AI-powered product recommendations, multi-language
support, and customer review systems to enhance the user
experience and engagement.
