Computer Assembly Website

This guide details the development of a Computer Assembly Website, designed to assist users in selecting and assembling computer components. The website aims to provide an interactive platform for users to configure custom PCs by choosing compatible components and understanding their options.

System Overview

The Computer Assembly Website includes the following features:

• User Registration and Authentication: Allow users to create accounts, log in, and save their custom PC configurations.
• Component Catalog: Display a comprehensive catalog of computer components with detailed specifications, images, and prices.
• Compatibility Checker: Implement a system to check the compatibility of selected components to ensure they work together.
• Custom PC Builder: Provide an interactive tool for users to assemble their custom PCs by selecting components and viewing potential builds.
• Shopping Cart and Checkout: Enable users to add their selected components to a cart and complete purchases through a secure checkout process.
• Order Management: Allow users to view their order history and track the status of their current orders.

Implementation Guide

Follow these steps to develop the Computer Assembly Website:

1. Define Requirements and Choose Technology Stack

   Determine the core features and select technologies for development:

   • Frontend: Use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular for a dynamic and responsive user interface.
   • Backend: Implement server-side logic with Node.js, PHP, or Python using frameworks like Express.js, Laravel, or Django.
   • Database: Store user data, component information, and orders using relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL.

2. Develop User Authentication

   Create user registration, login, and account management functionalities with secure authentication:

   
                           // Example PHP code for user registration
                           if ($_SERVER["REQUEST_METHOD"] == "POST") {
                               $username = $_POST['username'];
                               $password = password_hash($_POST['password'], PASSWORD_DEFAULT);
                               
                               // Insert user into the database
                               $stmt = $pdo->prepare("INSERT INTO users (username, password) VALUES (?, ?)");
                               $stmt->execute([$username, $password]);
                               
                               echo "User registered successfully!";
                           }
                       

3. Create Component Catalog

   Design a catalog to display computer components with specifications, images, and pricing:

   
                           
                           <div class="component">
                               <img src="component-image.jpg" alt="Component Name">
                               <h3>Component Name</h3>
                               <p>Description of the component.</p>
                               <p>Price: $XX.XX</p>
                               <button>Add to Cart</button>
                           </div>
                       

4. Implement Compatibility Checker

   Develop a system to ensure selected components are compatible with each other:

   
                           // Example JavaScript for compatibility checking
                           function checkCompatibility(selectedComponents) {
                               fetch('/api/check-compatibility', {
                                   method: 'POST',
                                   headers: { 'Content-Type': 'application/json' },
                                   body: JSON.stringify({ components: selectedComponents })
                               }).then(response => response.json())
                                 .then(data => console.log(data));
                           }
                       

5. Build Custom PC Builder

   Provide an interactive tool for users to assemble their custom PCs and view potential builds:

   
                           
                           <div class="pc-builder">
                            <label for="cpu">Select CPU:</label>
                            <select id="cpu" name="cpu">
                               <option value="cpu1">CPU 1</option>
                               <option value="cpu2">CPU 2</option>
                                   
                           </select>
                               
                               <button onclick="assemblePC()">Assemble PC</button>
                           </div>
                       

6. Develop Shopping Cart and Checkout

   Implement features for managing the shopping cart and completing the checkout process:

   
                           // Example JavaScript for managing the shopping cart
                           function addToCart(componentId) {
                               fetch('/cart/add', {
                                   method: 'POST',
                                   headers: { 'Content-Type': 'application/json' },
                                   body: JSON.stringify({ componentId })
                               }).then(response => response.json())
                                 .then(data => console.log(data));
                           }
                       

7. Develop Order Management System

   Allow users to view their order history and track their orders:

   
                           // Example JavaScript for viewing order history
                           async function getOrderHistory() {
                               const response = await fetch('/orders/history');
                               const orders = await response.json();
                               console.log(orders);
                           }
                       

8. Testing and Deployment

   Test the application thoroughly to ensure functionality and performance. Deploy the application to a web server or cloud platform, ensuring security and scalability.