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Online Learning Management System

Category

Legacy Transformation

Project size

8 MMs

Industry

Business & Education

Scope of work

Full-stack Web App Development

Technologies
  • Back-End: PHP (CodeIgniter 4), MySQL
  • Front-End: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery
  • Other: CodeIgniter Framework


About the project

This case, BHSOFT partnered with a Canadian-based organization specializing in road engineering training and education. The organization hosts conferences, forums, and technical training sessions focused on the latest transportation challenges and innovations. The client’s existing Learning Management System (LMS) was outdated and required modernization to meet the growing demands of their users and improve overall performance.

The project involved upgrading the legacy LMS to enhance functionality, fix security issues, and integrate new features. The upgraded system enables the client to better manage online courses and improve the overall user experience for both instructors and students.

The client required an upgraded and customized version of their existing LMS. Key requirements included:


  • System Customization: Tailor the LMS to meet evolving business needs by adding new features.
  • Bug Fixing and Security: Address existing bugs, enhance security, and resolve data synchronization issues across the system.
  • Tax and Revenue Management: Implement tools to manage tax and revenue for course-related transactions.
  • Email and Document Management: Add features like a signature generator and customizable email templates.
  • Performance Improvement: Migrate from CodeIgniter 3 (CI3) to CodeIgniter 4 (CI4) to take advantage of enhanced performance and security.

Several challenges were encountered during the modernization process:


  • Complex Legacy Code: The original LMS had a complex codebase, making it difficult to add new features and maintain consistency across the system.
  • Security and Bug Issues: The existing system had several bugs and security flaws that needed to be addressed to ensure data integrity and user safety.
  • System Migration: Upgrading the framework from CodeIgniter 3 to CodeIgniter 4 required significant adjustments to the codebase, along with extensive testing to ensure smooth functionality.


BHSOFT’s approach to modernizing the LMS involved several key steps:

  • System Analysis and Planning: The development team conducted a thorough analysis of the existing LMS, identifying bugs, security vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement. The team then designed a plan to upgrade the system and implement the new features.
  • Framework Upgrade: The CodeIgniter 3 (CI3) framework was upgraded to CodeIgniter 4 (CI4) to ensure better performance, security, and scalability. This upgrade provided the foundation for implementing new features and improving the system’s overall functionality.
  • Customization and New Features: BHSoft developed and integrated several new features, including:
    • Tax and Revenue Management: The system was enhanced to allow admins to manage course revenue, taxes, and financial reports.
    • Signature Generator: A feature that allows for the automatic generation of signatures for various documents related to the courses.
    • Email Template Customization: The system now supports customizable email templates for communication with users.
  • Bug Fixing and Security Enhancements: BHSOFT addressed existing bugs and security vulnerabilities, ensuring that the system is now secure, stable, and fully functional.

The modernization project was successfully completed, and the upgraded LMS now meets the client’s current and future needs. Key outcomes include:

  • Improved System Performance: The upgrade to CodeIgniter 4 resulted in enhanced system speed, stability, and security, providing a smoother user experience.
  • New Custom Features: The addition of tax management, signature generation, and customizable email templates gave the client greater flexibility and control over the LMS.
  • Enhanced Security and Consistency: The project’s focus on fixing bugs and improving security resulted in a more reliable and secure system for both administrators and users.
  • Scalability: The system is now better equipped to handle future growth, including the addition of new courses and users.

Key Features of the LMS

  • Course and Lesson Management: Admin users can manage course content, set prices, and track lesson statuses.
  • Role-Based Access: Admins can assign roles to users (instructors, students, and other staff members) with varying levels of access and permissions.
  • Tax and Revenue Management: The system supports managing course revenue and taxes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Signature Generator: Automatic generation of signatures for course-related documents.
  • Customizable Email Templates: Admin users can create and customize email templates for communication with users.
  • Course Enrollment and Progress Tracking: Students can browse, purchase, and track the progress of their courses and take quizzes.