SCHOOL SHOP ECOMMERCE PROJECT

Abstract

Abstract This research paper explores the development of an e-commerce platform specifically designed for a school shop using the MERN stack, which comprises MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js. The primary objective is to create a user-friendly, efficient, and scalable online store that caters to the needs of students, parents, and school administrators for purchasing school-related products. The study highlights the increasing importance of e-commerce in educational settings and discusses the advantages of employing the MERN stack, such as seamless integration, high performance, and ease of development. The methodology section provides a comprehensive overview of the development process, including system design, frontend and backend development, database management, and integration of key functionalities like user authentication, product catalogue, shopping cart, and payment gateway. The implementation phase details the practical application of each MERN stack component, showcasing how MongoDB’s flexibility supports varied data types, how Express.js simplifies server-side development, how React enhances user experience through dynamic interfaces, and how Node.js ensures efficient server-side execution. The project undergoes rigorous testing, including performance, usability, and security assessments, to validate its functionality and reliability. Index Terms – E-commerce, Online Shopping Platform, Web Development, School Shop, User Authentication, Product Management, Shopping Cart, Payment Processing, Scalability, Web Application Development