International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Volume: 12 Issue: 11 | Nov 2025
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Digital Repository for CSE Academic Content Vitthal Chavan1, Harshal Dhote2, Vaibhav Likhar3, Pradyumna Pudke4 , Avantar Nikhare5 1,2,3,4,5Dept. of CSE, Gurunanak Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
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educational resources necessitates the development of centralized, accessible, and intuitive platforms for managing academic content. This paper presents the systematic design and implementation of a “Digital Repository for Computer Science and Engineering Academic Content,” a web-based platform developed using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, PHP, and MySQL, with planned mobile support through React Native. The repository serves as a unified hub that enables CSE students to access previous examination papers, B.Tech curricula, and curated lecture materials. Through the use of modern full-stack technologies, the system demonstrates scalability, responsive design, and intuitive navigation. Empirical usability assessments show consistently high satisfaction among student users, confirming the platform’s contribution to academic preparedness and resource accessibility. Future work includes integrating AI-driven recommendation systems and complete cross-platform mobile deployment.
2. RELATED WORK Several institutional repositories have been developed globally to manage academic content. DSpace and EPrints are widely adopted open-source platforms used by universities for archiving theses and research articles [4]. However, these systems are often complex, requiring administrative overhead unsuitable for course-specific material distribution. Closer to our context, platforms like NPTEL and SWAYAM in India offer MOOCs and syllabus-aligned content but lack granular, institution-specific resources such as university question papers or professor-curated notes [5]. Similarly, commercial platforms like Gradeup or Unacademy focus on competitive exams rather than semester-wise academic support [6]. Our solution bridges this niche by offering a lightweight, customizable, and academically focused repository exclusively for CSE undergraduates. Unlike monolithic LMS platforms like Moodle or Blackboard, our system prioritizes speed, simplicity, and direct access to core academic artifacts without extraneous functionalities [7].
Key Words: Digital repository, Academic content management, Web application, React Native, CSE resources, MySQL database, PHP backend.
1.INTRODUCTION The proliferation of digital learning tools has transformed how students access and utilize academic materials. In particular, Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) students often require quick, structured access to syllabi, past examination papers, and supplementary notes to reinforce conceptual understanding and exam readiness [1]. Traditional methods—such as physical libraries or scattered departmental portals—are increasingly inadequate in meeting these dynamic needs [2]. To address this gap, we propose a dedicated digital repository tailored specifically for CSE academic content. The platform is engineered using contemporary web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and Bootstrap for frontend responsiveness; PHP for serverside logic; and MySQL for relational data storage. A companion mobile application, currently under development using React Native, will extend accessibility across Android and iOS ecosystems [3]. This paper details the architecture, implementation workflow, and preliminary user feedback of the repository. Section 2 reviews related works in academic content management. Section 3 describes the system's architecture, methodology, core technology stack, and
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3. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE AND METHODOLOGY The proposed system follows a three-tier architecture: presentation layer (client), application layer (server), and data layer (database). A. Presentation Layer Built with responsive HTML5 and CSS3, styled via Bootstrap 5, the frontend ensures compatibility across devices. JavaScript enhances interactivity—for instance, dynamic filtering of question papers by year or subject. The UI/UX adheres to Material Design principles for intuitive navigation [8]. B. Application Layer PHP scripts handle user authentication, content upload validation, search queries, and session management. The backend is modular, allowing easy addition of new content categories or administrative functions. All business logic is decoupled from presentation for maintainability.
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