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EDUCONNECT (STUDENT WEB INTERFACE)
SUBMITTED by,
MD HAMDAN 24J45A0510
M SANJAY 24J45A0511
M GNANESHWAR 24J45A0512
P PRAKASH 24J45A0513
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
in
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Under the Guidance of
Mr. J . SRINIVAS
APRIL-2025
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MALLA REDDY ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Maisammaguda, Secunderabad, Telangana, India, 500100
BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that this Real time research project work entitled “EDUCONNECT STUDENT
INTERFACE” .This project is submitted by
MD.HAMDAN(24J45A0510),M.SANJAY(24J45A0511),M.GNANESHWAR(24J45A0512),P.PR
AKASH(24J45A0513) to Malla Reddy Engineering College affiliated to JNTUH, Hyderabad in
partial fulfillment for the award of Bachelor of Technology in COMPUTER SCIENCE AND
ENGINEERING is a Bonafide record of project work carried out under our supervision during
the academic year2024 –2025 and that this work has not been submitted elsewhere for a degree.
SIGNATURE SIGNATURE
MR.J.SRINIVAS DR. Pilla Srinivas
Android Developers Documentation. (2025). Android Studio User Guide. Retrieved from:
https://developer.android.com/studio
This documentation provided all necessary details for setting up the development environment
and using Android Studio effectively.
Google Cloud. (2025). Dialogflow: Build conversational experiences. Retrieved from:
https://cloud.google.com/dialogflow
Dialogflow was referenced as a tool to enable natural language understanding and
conversational AI features for the chatbot.
Firebase Documentation. (2025). Firebase Authentication. Retrieved from:
https://firebase.google.com/docs/auth
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Firebase Authentication was used to implement secure login and user management for the
chatbot.
INTERNALEXAMINER
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MALLA REDDY ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Maisammaguda, Secunderabad, Telangana, India 500100
DECLARATION
I here by declare that the Real time research project titled “EDUCONNECT (STUDENT
INTERFACE)”, submitted to Malla Reddy Engineering College (Autonomous) and
affiliated with JNTUH, Hyderabad, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award
of a Bachelor of Technology in COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING,
represents my ideas in my own words. Wherever others' ideas or words have been included,
I have adequately cited and referenced the original sources. I also declare that I have
adhered to all principles of academic honesty and integrity, and I have not misrepresented,
fabricated, or falsified any idea, data, fact, or source in my submission. I understand that
any violation of the above will be a cause for disciplinary action by the Institute. It is further
declared that the project report or any part thereof has not been
previouslysubmittedtoanyUniversityorInstitutefortheawardofdegree.
Signature(s)
MD.HAMDAN 24J45A0510
M.SANJAY 24J45A0511
M.GNANESHWAR 24J45A0512
P.PRAKASH 24J45A0513
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MALLA REDDY ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Mismanaguda, Secunderabad, Telangana, india 500100
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dr. A.Ramaswami Reddy, Professor&
Principal, MREC(A) for his invaluable support and encouragement through out the course of
our project.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Pilla Srinivas, Professor and Head of the Department of
Computer Science and Engineering, for his insightful guidance and continuous
encouragement during the project.
Our sincere appreciation goes to our Project Coordinator, Mr. P. Srikanth, Assistant
Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, for his unwavering
cooperation and assistance during the project work.
We also wish to thank all the teaching and non-teaching staff of the department for their valuable
cooperation and support throughout the project.
MD.HAMDAN 24J45A0510
M.SANJAY 24J45A0511
M.GNANESHWAR 24J45A0512
P.PRAKASH 24J45A0513
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ABATRACT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSTRACT I
1 INTRODUCTION 1
2 LITERATURE SURVEY 2
3 SYSTEM ANALYSIS 4
4 SYSTEM DESIGN 6
5 IMPLEMENTATION 9
6 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 12
7 EXPECTED OUTPUT 15
8 CONCLUSION 17
9 REFERENCES 18
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2
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LITERATURE SURVEY
The development of chatbots has evolved significantly over the past few decades,
from simple rule-based systems to sophisticated AI-driven conversational agents.
As mobile technology advanced, researchers began focusing on integrating chatbot
systems into Android applications, recognizing the platform's extensive user base
and versatility. The literature reveals a strong trend toward leveraging cloud-based
NLP services, machine learning algorithms, and mobile-friendly development tools
to create responsive and intelligent chatbot experiences.
One of the earliest forms of chatbot systems was ELIZA, developed in the 1960s,
which used a pattern-matching technique to simulate human conversation.
Building on that foundation, Shawar and Atwell (2007) studied rule-based systems
like ALICE (Artificial Linguistic Internet Computer Entity), which used AIML
(Artificial Intelligence Markup Language) to create conversational patterns. While
innovative at the time, such systems lacked the ability to handle complex queries
or context-based conversations.
The limitations of rule-based systems led to the rise of data-driven and machine
learning-based approaches. With the increasing availability of NLP libraries and
cloud services, developers could now build chatbots that adapt to user input and
learn from conversation history. Jain et al. (2018) presented an Android chatbot
that used Google Dialogflow to interpret natural language input and deliver
intelligent responses. Their work highlighted the potential of Dialogflow’s intent
and entity recognition capabilities, which allow chatbots to understand varied user
inputs more effectively than earlier models.
A considerable body of work has also focused on domain-specific chatbots. For
example, Vaidyam et al. (2019) developed a mobile mental health assistant that
engaged users in conversation to detect mood disorders and offer support
strategies. Their system integrated NLP with psychological frameworks,
emphasizing the growing importance of chatbots in healthcare. In the educational
field, Winkler and Söllner (2018) discussed the effectiveness of learning assistants
on mobile platforms, showing how timely feedback and conversational interaction
could improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
From a technical perspective, most Android-based chatbot applications use
Android Studio as the primary IDE, often integrated with Firebase for backend
operations like authentication, real-time database storage, and analytics. Natural
language understanding is typically handled using services like Dialogflow, IBM
Watson Assistant, or Microsoft LUIS. These services use machine learning models
trained on large datasets to analyze and respond to user input.
Further advancements have come from integrating chatbots with voice recognition
systems such as Google Assistant APIs, allowing for voice-based interactions.
Some projects have explored the use of TensorFlow Lite for on-device processing,
which enables the chatbot to function with minimal server dependency, improving
performance and privacy.
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Despite these advancements, several challenges remain. Context management in
conversations is still limited in many systems, particularly when handling multi-
turn dialogues. Furthermore, ensuring data privacy, user authentication, and
preventing misuse of sensitive information is a significant concern, especially in
applications related to healthcare and finance.
In conclusion, the literature illustrates a dynamic and rapidly evolving field, where
Android-based chatbots are becoming more intelligent, accessible, and domain-
specific. This project aims to build upon previous work by designing a context-
aware, NLP-powered chatbot application for Android that balances usability,
performance, and conversational depth. By integrating cloud technologies and
mobile development best practices, the chatbot aspires to deliver a practical and
interactive user experience.
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CHAPTER 3
SYSTEM ANALYSIS
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real-time interaction with users.
The application will use Firebase for backend operations such as user
authentication, data storage, and analytics. It will be designed to serve in multiple
domains such as customer support, educational assistance, or healthcare guidance,
depending on implementation. The chatbot will continuously improve over time by
learning from past interactions, allowing it to provide smarter, more context-aware
responses.
4)24/7 Availability: Offers continuous service without the need for human
intervention.
5)User-Friendly Interface: Simple and intuitive design that can be used by people
of all technical levels.
CHAPTER 4
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SYSTEM DESIGN
2. System Components
Component Description
Mobile App User interface for chat. Communicates with backend (or
(Android) local AI engine) to get responses.
Logic that generates responses (on-device for small bots, or
Chatbot Engine
server-side for bigger AI models).
Backend Server
Hosts heavy AI models, databases, APIs, authentication etc.
(Optional)
Database Stores chat history, user profiles, FAQs, intents, etc.
(Optional) Handles intent recognition, entity extraction,
NLP Engine
context management.
For communication between mobile app and backend (if
APIs
backend used).
Authentication
(Optional) For user logins and personalization.
Module
4. Technology Stack
Layer Technology
Frontend (App) Java/Kotlin (Android Studio)
Backend Node.js / Python (Flask, FastAPI)
SQLite (local), or Firebase/Cloud Firestore/PostgreSQL
Database
(remote)
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Layer Technology
Dialogflow, Rasa, or custom model (small ML models or
NLP
cloud APIs)
Authentication Firebase Auth, OAuth
Cloud Hosting
AWS, Google Cloud, Azure
(Optional)
6. High-Level Flow
7. Scaling Considerations
There is a small example based on android chatbot. It Is between user and bot
Communication (or) Quick Mockup
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User Message: "What's the weather like today?"
App → Backend (or local processing)
Bot Reply: "Today is sunny with 28°C temperature!"
CHAPTER 5
IMPLEMENTATION
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5.1 Modules and key features
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Module Description
- Change themes (light/dark).
(Optional)
- Clear chat history.
2. Key Features
Feature Details
-Smooth messaging, chat bubbles, timestamps,
Interactive Chat Interface
user/bot avatars.
-Instant processing of user inputs either locally or
Real-Time Response
through server APIs.
-If a lightweight bot is built-in, it can chat without
Offline Support
internet.
-Store and retrieve past conversations for better
Chat History
user experience.
User Authentication -User profiles, personalized interactions, and
(Optional) secure login.
Push Notifications -Alert users with new updates or responses when
(Optional) app is backgrounded.
Speak to the bot, listen to its replies for hands-free
Voice Input/Output (Optional)
interaction.
Small buttons suggesting next replies to speed up
Quick Reply Suggestions
chat.
Multi-language Support Support chatting in multiple languages based on
(Optional) user settings.
Context Awareness Bot remembers previous questions for smarter
(Advanced) conversation.
Error Handling Proper feedback during network or bot errors.
Escalate chat to a human if the bot can't solve a
Bot Handoff (Advanced)
problem.
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4. UI Module displays the bot reply.
5. Database Module stores the conversation.
CHAPTER 6
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Hardware Requirements:
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Hardware Requirements refer to the minimum and recommended physical
components (like computers, mobile devices, memory, storage, processors, and
network connectivity) that are necessary to develop, test, and run an Android-based
chatbot system smoothly and efficiently.
The development machine should have at least an Intel i3 processor with 4
GB of RAM and 20 GB of free storage space. However, it is recommended
to use a machine with an Intel i5/i7 or AMD Ryzen 5/7 processor, 8 GB or
more RAM, and SSD storage for better performance and faster build times.
An Android device running Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher is needed for
physical testing. The device should have a minimum of 2 GB RAM. For
optimal results, an Android 10 or above device with at least 4 GB RAM is
recommended.
A stable internet connection is required for downloading development tools,
libraries, backend communication, and API access during both development
and testing phases.
Optional Extras: A microphone and speakers for voice input/output features,
and access to different screen sizes or device brands for better app testing.
Software requirements:
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The operating system for development can be Windows 10/11, macOS
Catalina or newer, or a Linux distribution such as Ubuntu 20.04 or later.
Android Studio (Arctic Fox version 2020.3.1 or higher) must be installed as
the primary IDE. It includes necessary components like the Android SDK
and a built-in emulator for testing.
The programming language used will be Kotlin (preferred) or Java,
depending on the project structure and complexity.
Essential build tools like Gradle are required, which come integrated with
Android Studio.
Libraries such as Retrofit (or Volley) for API communication, and Room or
SQLite for local data storage, are needed. Firebase services can be
integrated for authentication, cloud storage, and push notifications.
If backend integration is required, technologies like Python Flask or Node.js
can be used to develop the chatbot server.
Databases such as Firebase Firestore (for cloud storage) and Room/SQLite
(for local storage) are necessary for managing conversation data.
Git for version control, along with GitHub or Bitbucket repositories, will be
used for source code management.
Testing will be conducted using Android emulators as well as physical
Android devices to ensure proper functioning and real-world usability.
CHAPTER 7
EXPECTED OUTPUT
The goal of this project is to design and develop a functional Android application
that incorporates a chatbot system capable of interacting with users in a natural,
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efficient, and responsive manner. The chatbot should provide accurate responses
based on user input, either through predefined logic or integration with an
intelligent backend. The application must offer a smooth and interactive user
experience, while ensuring data security, efficient communication, and scalability
for future enhancements
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understand that" or "Please check your internet connection") should be displayed without
crashing the app.
9. Data Storage
Conversation history (local or cloud-based) may be maintained so that users can view
their previous chats. Room database or Firebase Firestore could be used to implement
local or cloud storage respectively.
CHAPTER 8
CONCLUSION
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The development of an Android-based chatbot application demonstrates how
artificial intelligence and mobile technology can work together to improve
user interaction and automate services. Through this project, a functional and
user-friendly chatbot was designed, allowing users to communicate with the
system using a simple and intuitive interface. The chatbot effectively handles
user queries by providing appropriate responses, either through predefined
logic or by fetching dynamic replies from a backend server. The project
successfully integrates key technologies such as Android Studio, Firebase, and
APIs, ensuring that the chatbot remains responsive, scalable, and efficient.
Features like text-based communication, optional voice input and output,
offline handling, and error management were incorporated to enhance the
usability and reliability of the application. Additionally, optional modules like
user authentication and push notifications were considered to further extend
the chatbot’s capabilities. Throughout the development process, attention was
given to performance optimization, user experience design, and compatibility
across different Android devices. Proper testing and debugging ensured that
the app maintained stability, even during heavy or unexpected user
interactions.
In conclusion, this project provides a strong foundation for real-world chatbot
applications on mobile platforms. It opens doors for future enhancements,
such as the integration of machine learning for smarter responses, support for
multiple languages, and connections with external APIs or services. Overall,
the Android-based chatbot project successfully achieves its objectives by
delivering an intelligent, interactive, and efficient mobile application.
CHAPTER 9
REFERENCES
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1. Android Developers Documentation. (2025). Android Studio User Guide.
Retrieved from: https://developer.android.com/studio
4. Android Developer Blog. (2023). Best Practices for Android App Design.
Retrieved from: https://android-developers.googleblog.com
This blog offered important insights into the best practices for designing
user-friendly Android applications, including accessibility considerations for
chatbot interfaces.
5. Dey, M., & Kumar, V. (2020). Developing Chatbots with Python and
Android. Springer.
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