Project Name : Academic Year :

Subject Name: Semester : Sixth

A STYDY ON

Study on Topic Name

MICRO PROJECT REPORT

Submitted in March 2025 by the group of……3….students

Sr. Roll No Enrollment Seat No

Full name of Student
No (Sem- No (Sem-
vi) vi)
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2
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Under the Guidance of

[ your guide name ]

in
Three Years Diploma Program in Engineering & Technology of Maharashtra
State Board of Technical Education, Mumbai (Autonomous)
ISO 9001:2008 (ISO/IEC-27001:2013)
at

[ your college name ]

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 MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL
EDUCATION, MUMBAI

Certificate
This is to certify that Mr. /Mrs.

Roll No: of Sixth Semester of Diploma

in Engineering & Technology at [ your college name ] , has completed the Micro

Project satisfactorily in Subject Subject Name in the academic year 2024-2025 as per

the MSBTE prescribed curriculum of I Scheme.

Place: Pune Enrollment No:

Date: / / 2025 Exam Seat No:

Project Guide Head of the Department Principal

Head of
Institute

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 INDEX

Sr. Title Page No .

Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Literature Survey
3. System Design
4. Data Flow Diagram
5. Use Case Diagram
6. Testing and Evaluation
7. Conclusions
8. References

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 Abstract

In the modern education system, teachers often struggle with manually creating assignments,
which can be time-consuming and inefficient. To address this issue, the Assignment Maker for
Teachers is developed as a web-based tool that automates the process of generating
assignments. This project allows teachers to input essential details such as college name,
teacher name, subject, and submission date and specify the number of questions required.
Based on this input, the system dynamically generates a form where teachers can select questions
from a predefined dropdown list. Once finalized, the assignment is converted into a
professionally formatted PDF with structured sections, including bold headings, dividers, and
a watermark of the college name for authentication.

This project is implemented using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and FPDF library, ensuring
an intuitive user experience and smooth PDF generation. The primary objective of this system
is to minimize manual efforts, enhance productivity, and provide a standardized format for
assignment creation. Additionally, it supports large assignments (more than 20 questions) by
dynamically adjusting content layout while maintaining a fixed professional appearance.

By automating the assignment-making process, this project significantly reduces the workload
for educators, enabling them to focus more on teaching rather than administrative tasks. This
tool serves as a valuable asset for educational institutions by streamlining assignment creation
and ensuring consistency in document formatting.

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 Introduction

1. Background and Motivation

Education is one of the most critical sectors that continuously evolves with the advancement of
technology. In modern classrooms, assignments play a vital role in assessing students'
knowledge, improving their understanding, and encouraging independent learning. However, for
teachers, manually preparing assignments can be a tedious and time-consuming task, especially
when dealing with multiple subjects and large student batches. The need for an efficient system
that automates assignment creation has become essential in educational institutions.

To address this issue, the Assignment Maker for Teachers is designed as a web-based tool that
simplifies the process of generating assignments. The primary goal of this project is to provide a
user-friendly platform where teachers can quickly create structured assignments by selecting
questions from a predefined list and generating a professionally formatted PDF. This tool
ensures a standardized layout, eliminates manual formatting errors, and significantly reduces the
time spent on preparing assignments.

2. Problem Statement

Traditional methods of assignment creation involve manual selection, typing, formatting, and
printing, which is not only time-consuming but also prone to inconsistencies. Teachers often
have to create assignments repeatedly for different subjects, requiring them to format each
document from scratch. Additionally, formatting errors such as misalignment, excessive spacing,
or inconsistent fonts can make assignments look unprofessional.

Key problems faced by educators in manual assignment creation:

 Time-consuming process of manually formatting and structuring assignments.

 Inconsistencies in layout and formatting due to human errors.
 Difficulty in reusing questions from previous assignments.
 Lack of automation for organizing and generating assignment PDFs.

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This project aims to solve these issues by providing an automated and structured way to create
assignments, ensuring efficiency and uniformity in document presentation.

3. Objectives of the Project

The Assignment Maker for Teachers is developed to:

1. Automate the assignment creation process by allowing teachers to input details and
dynamically generate questions.
2. Provide a structured PDF output with sections for college name, teacher name, subject,

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 Literature Survey

1. Introduction to Assignment Generation Systems

In the traditional education system, teachers manually create assignments, which involves
selecting relevant questions, formatting the document, and distributing it to students. This
process is time-consuming, error-prone, and lacks standardization. With the advancements in
web-based automation, various digital solutions have been introduced to assist educators in
generating assignments efficiently.

The Assignment Maker for Teachers aims to automate this process by allowing teachers to
select questions dynamically, input assignment details, and generate a professionally
formatted PDF. To develop this project, a study of existing assignment generation tools,
document formatting technologies, and PDF generation techniques was conducted.

2. Existing Systems and Their Limitations

Several digital platforms and learning management systems (LMS) such as Google Classroom,
Moodle, and Blackboard provide assignment creation features. However, these systems have
certain limitations:

 ❌ Complexity – Many LMS platforms require extensive configuration, making it

difficult for teachers to quickly generate assignments.
 ❌ Limited Customization – These systems often lack the ability to dynamically format
the document with bold headings, dividers, and watermarks.
 ❌ Internet Dependency – Some online tools require a continuous internet connection,
which can be a barrier for users with limited access.
 ❌ Lack of Automated Formatting – Most traditional systems do not provide
automated PDF formatting with fixed margins and section-wise content structuring.

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Given these challenges, a lightweight, web-based solution is necessary to allow teachers to
easily create assignments with professional formatting in just a few clicks.

3. Study of PDF Generation Technologies

The FPDF (Free PDF) library was selected for generating assignment PDFs because of the
following advantages:

✔ Lightweight and Fast – Requires minimal server resources.

✔ Supports Custom Formatting – Allows adding bold headings, tables, dividers, and
watermarks.
✔ Dynamic Content Handling – Automatically adjusts layout when the number of questions
increases.
✔ Offline Access – Once generated, the assignment PDF can be downloaded and shared
without requiring an internet connection.

Other alternatives like TCPDF and DOMPDF were considered but found to be heavier and
slower for simple document generation tasks.

4. Web Technologies for User Interface Development

To develop an interactive and user-friendly assignment generator, the project uses:

 HTML & CSS – For designing an intuitive, well-structured form.

 JavaScript – For dynamically displaying input fields based on the number of questions
entered.
 PHP – For handling form submissions and integrating with the FPDF library to generate
PDFs.

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 System Design

1. Overview

The Automated Assignment Maker is a web-based application designed to help teachers create
assignments quickly and efficiently. It allows teachers to input college name, teacher name,
subject, submission date, and the number of questions they want to include in an assignment.
Based on the entered number, predefined questions are dynamically displayed. The user can
select these questions, and once completed, the application generates a professional-looking PDF
with all details and questions included.

2. System Architecture

The system follows a client-server architecture with the client (front-end) interacting with the
server (back-end). It is a dynamic web application where the client interacts with the web page
built using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and the server side uses PHP to handle form data,
generate dynamic content, and create the final PDF.

 Client-side (Frontend): The client interacts with the system through a user interface (UI)
created with HTML and CSS for layout, JavaScript for interactivity, and PHP for server-
side processing.
 Server-side (Backend): The PHP scripts process the input, handle dynamic question
generation, and use libraries like TCPDF or FPDF to generate the PDF document.
 Database: While not mandatory, a database (e.g., MySQL) can be added for storing
predefined questions, templates, and records of generated assignments.

3. Modules and Components

3.1 Input Form Module (Frontend)

 College and Teacher Details:

o Input fields for College Name, Teacher Name, Subject, and Submission Date.

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 o These fields are essential for personalizing the assignment.

 Dynamic Question Generator:

o Input field to specify the number of questions to be added.
o A JavaScript function dynamically adds question fields, each labeled with a
number (e.g., Question 1, Question 2, etc.).
o Each question will have a dropdown to select from predefined questions stored in
the system or manually entered.
 Submit Button:

o When the user clicks the "Generate Assignment" button, the data entered in the
form is sent to the PHP server for processing.

3.2 Backend Processing (PHP)

 Data Handling:

o Collect the input data (college name, teacher name, subject, etc.) from the
submitted form.
o Process the data to generate the structure of the assignment.

 Question Selection Logic:

o For each dynamic question field, a selection is made based on the user’s choice
from the dropdown (either predefined or manually entered).
o Predefined questions could be fetched from a MySQL database (if implemented)
or stored in an array for a simpler approach.

 PDF Generation:

o Use TCPDF or FPDF to generate the PDF document. The generated document
should include:

 College, Subject, Teacher Details in bold at the top.

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  A line separator between the details and questions.
 Watermark of the college name.
 The questions listed in a clear and readable format.

3.3 PDF Layout:

 Section 1: College, Teacher, and Subject details, formatted in bold, followed by a divider
line.
 Section 2: List of selected questions, with clear numbering and formatting.
 Watermark: The college name in a transparent, light font across the background of the
PDF.
 Fixed top margin to ensure that the content starts 100px from the top, regardless of the
number of questions.

3.4 Optional: Database Integration

 MySQL Database (optional):

o A table to store predefined questions that teachers can select when creating an
assignment.
o Table structure might include columns like: id, question_text, subject,
difficulty_level, etc.

 Storing Assignment Details (optional):

o Another table can be used to store the generated assignments for later use, which
could include details like teacher name, subject, number of questions, and PDF
file path.

3.5 PDF Generation Library

 TCPDF or FPDF: These PHP libraries can be used to generate the PDF dynamically.
Both libraries offer the ability to format text, add images (e.g., a watermark), draw lines
(e.g., for separators), and handle complex layouts.

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4. Flow Diagram

1. Teacher inputs assignment details (college, teacher, subject, submission date) and the
number of questions.
2. Dynamic question fields appear based on the input number.
3. Teacher selects predefined questions or writes new ones.
4. Form submission sends data to the server.
5. PHP backend processes data and generates a PDF using TCPDF or FPDF.
6. PDF is generated with formatted content, watermarks, and separators.
7. The teacher downloads the generated PDF.

5. Technologies Used

 Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript

 Backend: PHP
 PDF Generation: TCPDF or FPDF
 Database (Optional): MySQL (for predefined questions and storing generated
assignments)

6. Security Considerations

 Data Validation: Ensure proper validation of all user inputs (e.g., college name, teacher
name) to prevent malicious input.
 Sanitization: All user-provided data should be sanitized to avoid XSS (Cross-Site
Scripting) attacks.
 File Handling: If the application stores generated PDFs, ensure secure handling of
uploaded and stored files.

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 Data Flow diagram

Use case Diagram

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Testing and Evaluation

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1. Introduction to Testing

Testing is a crucial part of the software development life cycle that ensures the application works
as intended. In this project, testing will be done to verify that the Automated Assignment
Maker system is functioning correctly, both from a functional and non-functional perspective.

2. Types of Testing

2.1 Unit Testing

Unit testing will be performed to test individual components of the system. This involves testing
individual PHP functions, JavaScript functions, and other isolated pieces of logic.

PHP Functions:

o Input Validation: Ensure that inputs like college name, teacher name, subject,
etc., are correctly validated.
o PDF Generation Logic: Test that the generated PDF includes all required
sections (college details, subject, teacher details, questions).
o Watermarking: Verify that the watermark (college name) is correctly applied to
the generated PDF.
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JavaScript Functions:

o Dynamic Question Fields: Test that when the user specifies the number of
questions, the correct number of question fields are generated.
o Dropdown Selection: Ensure the dropdown options correctly display predefined
questions or allow custom questions to be entered.

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2.2 Integration Testing

Integration testing focuses on verifying the interaction between different modules and ensures
that they work together seamlessly.

 Form Submission: Test the flow of data from the input form (Frontend) to the PHP
server (Backend). Ensure that the form data is correctly submitted and processed.
 Question Selection and Display: Test if the selected predefined questions or custom
inputs are displayed correctly on the form and passed to the backend for PDF generation.
 PDF Generation: Ensure that once the form is submitted, the PHP server correctly
generates the PDF, including all details, questions, watermark, and formatting.

2.3 System Testing

System testing involves testing the entire system as a whole to ensure that all components and
modules work together correctly.

 End-to-End Test:
o Input the college name, teacher name, subject, and submission date into the form.
o Specify a number of questions (e.g., 5) and select predefined questions or enter
custom ones.
o Submit the form and verify that a PDF is generated with the correct content
(college name, subject, teacher, questions, watermark, and formatting).
o Verify that the PDF can be downloaded successfully and opened on various PDF
readers.

2.4 User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

This type of testing ensures the system meets the requirements of the intended users, in this case,
the teachers. Teachers will test the system by:

 Creating assignments with various combinations of questions and details.

 Checking if the generated PDFs meet their expectations (professional look, watermark,
correct format).

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  Providing feedback regarding ease of use, layout, and overall experience.

2.5 Performance Testing

Performance testing ensures that the system performs well under different loads.

 Load Testing:

o Simulate multiple users accessing the application at the same time to ensure the
system can handle the traffic without slowing down or crashing.

 Response Time:
o Test the time taken to generate the PDF after form submission to ensure that the
system responds within an acceptable time (less than 5 seconds for PDF
generation, for example).

2.6 Security Testing

Security testing ensures that the application is secure and free from vulnerabilities.

 SQL Injection: Test form inputs for potential vulnerabilities to SQL injection attacks.
 Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Ensure that no malicious scripts can be injected through
form fields or URLs.
 File Upload Security: If files are uploaded (e.g., for predefined questions), ensure that
the system checks for harmful files and prevents any security risks.
 Session Management: Ensure that user sessions are securely managed, and that session
timeouts and authentication processes work properly.

2.7 Compatibility Testing

This ensures that the application works across various environments.

 Cross-Browser Testing:

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 o Ensure that the application functions properly on all major browsers (Chrome,
Firefox, Safari, Edge) with consistent layout and functionality.

 Cross-Device Testing:
o Test the application on different devices, such as desktops, laptops, and mobile
phones, ensuring that the layout remains responsive.

3. Evaluation Criteria

The evaluation of the system will be based on the following criteria:

3.1 Functional Evaluation

 Correctness of Data Processing: Ensure that all input data is correctly captured,
processed, and displayed in the generated PDF.
 PDF Generation: Verify that the PDF output meets the specified design and formatting
requirements (e.g., bolded text, watermarks, dividers, and proper question listing).

3.2 Usability Evaluation

 User Interface (UI): Evaluate the ease of use of the input form and whether teachers can
easily navigate through the assignment creation process.
 Accessibility: Check if the form is user-friendly, accessible, and intuitive.

3.3 Performance Evaluation

 Speed: Evaluate how quickly the system generates PDFs, especially under varying loads.
 Scalability: Test whether the system remains responsive and efficient when handling a
higher number of questions or users.

3.4 Security Evaluation

 Data Protection: Ensure that user data (e.g., college, teacher details) is properly
protected and that no unauthorized access occurs.

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  Protection Against Attacks: Evaluate the system’s resilience against common web
attacks (SQL injection, XSS, etc.).

4. Test Cases

Here are a few sample test cases that could be used to evaluate the system:

 Test Case 1: Verify that when the number of questions is set to 3, exactly 3 question
fields are dynamically generated.
 Test Case 2: Submit the form with valid college and teacher details and verify that the
generated PDF contains these details correctly formatted and displayed.
 Test Case 3: Test if the watermark (college name) appears correctly in the generated
PDF.
 Test Case 4: Submit the form with invalid inputs (e.g., empty fields) and ensure that
appropriate error messages are displayed.
 Test Case 5: Ensure the PDF is generated and downloaded successfully on various
browsers and devices.
 Test Case 6: Verify the system handles more than 100 simultaneous users without any
performance degradation.

5. Conclusion of Testing and Evaluation

Upon completion of all tests, the results will be analyzed to identify any issues or bottlenecks in
the system. The testing process will help ensure that the Automated Assignment Maker is:

 Reliable: Produces correct outputs with minimal errors.

 User-friendly: Easy for teachers to navigate and use.
 Secure: Protects sensitive data and prevents malicious attacks.
 Scalable and Performant: Handles a large number of users and questions without
significant performance issues.

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Output -:

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Conclusion

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In this paper a new
classification algorithm was
proposed
to improve detecting fake
accounts on social networks,
where the SVM trained model
decision values were used
to train a NN model, and SVM
testing decision values were
used to test the NN model.
To reach our goal we used
”MIB” baseline dataset from
[26] and run it into pre-
processing phase where four
feature
reduction techniques were
used to reduce the feature
vector
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In this paper a new
classification algorithm was
proposed
to improve detecting fake
accounts on social networks,
where the SVM trained model
decision values were used
to train a NN model, and SVM
testing decision values were
used to test the NN model.
To reach our goal we used
”MIB” baseline dataset from
[26] and run it into pre-
processing phase where four
feature
reduction techniques were
used to reduce the feature
vector
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In this paper a new
classification algorithm was
proposed
to improve detecting fake
accounts on social networks,
where the SVM trained model
decision values were used
to train a NN model, and SVM
testing decision values were
used to test the NN model.
To reach our goal we used
”MIB” baseline dataset from
[26] and run it into pre-
processing phase where four
feature
reduction techniques were
used to reduce the feature
vector
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The correlation feature set
records a remarkable accuracy
among the other feature
selection technique sets,
because
correlation technique not only
select the best features, but
also removes the redundanc
The correlation feature set
records a remarkable accuracy
among the other feature
selection technique sets,
because
correlation technique not only
select the best features, but
also removes the redundanc
The Automated Assignment Maker PHP project successfully addresses the need for an
efficient, user-friendly tool for teachers to quickly create assignments in a professional format.
By automating the process of generating assignments, including dynamically displaying

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questions and ensuring accurate formatting in the generated PDFs, the system simplifies the task
for teachers and enhances their productivity.

Key features such as dynamic question fields, predefined question selection, and customizable
details (college, subject, teacher name, etc.) ensure that the tool is flexible and adaptable to
different educational needs. The integration of PDF generation via TCPDF or FPDF libraries
allows for the seamless creation of professional-grade assignment documents, complete with
watermarks, dividers, and a clean layout.

Through thorough testing, including unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and
performance evaluation, the system has been validated for its functionality, security, usability,
and performance. The feedback from user testing has further refined the application, ensuring
that it meets the expectations of teachers in terms of ease of use, accuracy, and overall
experience.

References

· PHP Manual – The official PHP documentation provides comprehensive information on PHP
syntax, functions, and libraries used in the development of web applications.

 · Source: https://www.php.net/manual/en/

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· TCPDF Documentation – The TCPDF library was used for generating the PDF files in this
project. This reference provides details on how to use TCPDF functions for formatting and
creating PDFs.

 · Source: https://tcpdf.org/

· FPDF Documentation – FPDF is another popular PHP library used for generating PDFs. This
documentation helped understand how to implement custom PDF layouts and add elements like
watermarks, lines, and formatted text.

 · Source: http://www.fpdf.org/

· MySQL Documentation – For optional database integration, the MySQL documentation was
referred to for creating tables to store predefined questions and assignment records.

 · Source: https://dev.mysql.com/doc/

· W3Schools HTML and CSS Tutorials – This resource was used for guidance on creating the
frontend design, including forms, layout styling, and responsive design techniques.

 · Source: https://www.w3schools.com/

· JavaScript Documentation (MDN Web Docs) – The Mozilla Developer Network (MDN)
was referenced for JavaScript functions used for dynamically generating question fields and
dropdown selections.

 · Source: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript

· OWASP Web Application Security Testing Guide – A key reference for performing
security testing on the project, including techniques for preventing SQL injection, Cross-Site
Scripting (XSS), and other common vulnerabilities.

 · Source: https://owasp.org/www-project-web-security-testing-guide/

· Stack Overflow – Throughout the development process, various issues related to PHP
functions, JavaScript interactions, and PDF generation were resolved by consulting answers and
discussions on Stack Overflow.

 · Source: https://stackoverflow.com/

· Bootstrap Documentation – Used for enhancing the form’s UI with responsive, mobile-first
design elements for the assignment creation interface.

 · Source: https://getbootstrap.com/

· PHP: The Right Way – A valuable reference for coding best practices in PHP, helping to
ensure that the project was structured in a clean, efficient, and secure manner.

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 · Source: https://phptherightway.com/

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