DESIGNING A STOCK MANAGEMENT DESKTOP APPLICATION : Trackery App

Abstract

The digitalization of the physical world is a crucial aspect of modern economic development, with an increasing number of industries moving towards digital solutions to optimize the efficiency of their businesses and maintain competitiveness in the market. Stock owners such as online retailers, manufacturers, logistics providers, and many others are looking for new, advanced ways of managing their assets. The objective of this study was to create a stock management tool, designed specifically for desktop users, featuring an advanced login system and integrated database management capabilities. The application was developed using the WPF framework within the C# .NET environment, employing XAML for the front-end interface, C# classes connected to a local mock SQL database for the back-end logic, and Visual Studio 2022 IDE. The MVVM architectural pattern was followed to promote maintainability and scalability, and the application incorporates several object-oriented design patterns and principles, including SOLID, KISS, DRY, Observer, and Decorator. As a result of this study, a fully functional proof-of-concept version of the application was developed, featuring a secure login system, a responsive and stable user interface, customizable user credentials, and accessible data for deliveries, stock, and employees, all managed through a role-based access control system. Each category includes search functionality, and all data remains synchronized with the database to ensure it stays up to date.