any good software projects ideas?
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He forgot one little detail: Make an IDE for WPF that actually works and doesn't crash at the drop of a hat. Any hat. Hats in Cleveland, for god's sake.
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delete this;Earlier today I refreshed The Lounge and up popped the "Visual Studio has encountered......" dialog. I hadn't touched VS for some time. Just thought, perhaps that was the problem, maybe it was lonely?
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
Rather than trying to think up some specific application to work on just try to find some broader subject you'd like to learn about and work on and then build something around that. Face recognition for example, fairly broad subject, and you could use it to do all sorts of interesting things. Automatically grouping photos by who's in them and whatnot. Expanding that out you could use similar techniques to make a simple version of Microsoft Kinect where the user could interact with the computer by a series of movements. Or you could make something a little more graphical. Dynamic worlds with some clever AI, so you could generate entire cities by passing in a few parameters and populate it with people who interact with each other. Most importantly though you should pick something you want to learn about and are interested in. If you're not enthusiastic about the project then nobody else will be.
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
Venn Diagram database.
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Rather than trying to think up some specific application to work on just try to find some broader subject you'd like to learn about and work on and then build something around that. Face recognition for example, fairly broad subject, and you could use it to do all sorts of interesting things. Automatically grouping photos by who's in them and whatnot. Expanding that out you could use similar techniques to make a simple version of Microsoft Kinect where the user could interact with the computer by a series of movements. Or you could make something a little more graphical. Dynamic worlds with some clever AI, so you could generate entire cities by passing in a few parameters and populate it with people who interact with each other. Most importantly though you should pick something you want to learn about and are interested in. If you're not enthusiastic about the project then nobody else will be.
My current favourite phrase: I've seen better!
-SK Genius
Source Indexing and Symbol Servers Vehicle Simulation Demo - Mostly Works
Thanks a lot :) The face recognition idea sounds really great. I'll talk to my tutor about it and see if he can provide any interesting thoughts. I definitely want something that I'm excited about. But it's hard to be excited about something that has been done thousands of times already and where there's not much I can add to :laugh: So, thank you!
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
This wasn't my area before but when I had to do a project (I'm a B.E. in Electronics and Communication) almost everything was done before. Most of my peers took up projects which were done earlier and went on to add their own improvements to it and stuff. :) My team was lucky enough to stumble upon a field where almost no projects had been done. So we did our project in the area of Solar Energy but we ended up getting lower marks than most of our classmates! :mad: You basically have these choices right now: Either you bring in a new idea or take an existing technology and improve it or look out for and venture into unknown waters. I would initially suggest you to ask your tutor as to what kind of a project needs to be done (for example if your institution requires that your title meet the IEEE standards or something) and then proceed to ask him about any such ideas. You can search for the latest papers on the internet on new ideas and try to implement them as well. I know that it's going to be really hard to choose a project. Good Luck and do your best!
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
Build an app that says hello world in every language. :laugh:
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
midi sequencer? that's my pet project. there are a lot of em out there, but most of em suck. good luck to ya :)
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
IN this thread[^] I noted there was an application available on a mag cover CD that allows the user to spec up a PC - giving selection of the various parts (Mother Board, video card, RAM, disk etc. etc.) but that it would be much better to have it as a web app where the latest prices are sourced from local vendors. I don't know how 'big' your project needs to be to fulfill requirements, but this strikes me as being doable. Another one (I did at Uni) is a Doctor/Dentist/Vet/something else booking system. Book your own appointment at the doctor - email reminders sent out (or SMS) when appointment is due or if it needs to be canceled; the opportunity for patients to ask to get the earliest appointment (so they fill a slot if someone else cancels) or to specify they need an appointment "after 5 O'Clock any day except Thursday" etc. A similar, but simpler version (again I did at Uni) is a Kindergarten booking system. Here in Australia parents have to queue overnight to try to get a place at Kindy. My app allows parents to register children any time up to a closing date/time, allocates randomly (with criteria such as siblings both getting a place together) and allows them to select any number of Kindys to register with - but obviously only being allocated a place at one. Again, emails sent out requesting acceptance - cancellations allowing others who missed out to be allocated places etc. I got top marks for both - and if I can do it, anyone can :) Good luck! While it is a good idea to do something in which you're interested (my son was about to go to Kindy and I was working on medical software) I'd advise on doing something you feel is easily achievable, and doing it well rather than attempting something difficult and failing to produce.
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IN this thread[^] I noted there was an application available on a mag cover CD that allows the user to spec up a PC - giving selection of the various parts (Mother Board, video card, RAM, disk etc. etc.) but that it would be much better to have it as a web app where the latest prices are sourced from local vendors. I don't know how 'big' your project needs to be to fulfill requirements, but this strikes me as being doable. Another one (I did at Uni) is a Doctor/Dentist/Vet/something else booking system. Book your own appointment at the doctor - email reminders sent out (or SMS) when appointment is due or if it needs to be canceled; the opportunity for patients to ask to get the earliest appointment (so they fill a slot if someone else cancels) or to specify they need an appointment "after 5 O'Clock any day except Thursday" etc. A similar, but simpler version (again I did at Uni) is a Kindergarten booking system. Here in Australia parents have to queue overnight to try to get a place at Kindy. My app allows parents to register children any time up to a closing date/time, allocates randomly (with criteria such as siblings both getting a place together) and allows them to select any number of Kindys to register with - but obviously only being allocated a place at one. Again, emails sent out requesting acceptance - cancellations allowing others who missed out to be allocated places etc. I got top marks for both - and if I can do it, anyone can :) Good luck! While it is a good idea to do something in which you're interested (my son was about to go to Kindy and I was working on medical software) I'd advise on doing something you feel is easily achievable, and doing it well rather than attempting something difficult and failing to produce.
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I'd advise on doing something you feel is easily achievable, and doing it well rather than attempting something difficult and failing to produce
That's so right.
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
How about something that converts XAML to ANY .Net language.
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
For my dissertation (BSc Computing with Multimedia) I did a project on software for adults with Down's Syndrome. It was a fascinating and emotional subject. Very few people have covered this sort of area because there's no financial reward in the end. Mine left many unanswered questions, but some simple programming solutions. Good luck in whatever you choose. The older I get the better I was mikeo
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
I know this isn't exactly what you asked, but make sure you don't overreach. It is better to hand in a finished mediochre program, than an unfinished grand program. The semester at most schools is about 15 weeks (shorter if it's a summer semester), make sure you can finish your program in the time allotted. I know that sounds like a lot of time, but it isn't, especially when you condsider that you will have to attend classes, do homework, study for tests, have a bit of a social life, and complete this project. 1. Take some time upfront to define, in detail, the problem you are trying to solve (this is the basis of a good design) 2. Come up with a design that solves the problem. Don't worry about having a clever twist, just solve the problem (in the course of this a clever twist may present itself, but don't worry if it doesn't). 3. Implement your design. 4. If time allows - go back and refactor. Unless you write pristine code off the top of your head (been in the industry over 15 years and haven't met anyone yet that does) this will improve readability, reliability, and often performance. 5. Provide consise, understandable, accurate documentation. Now on to the project suggestion (this part will probably get ignored - my suggestion is not particularly sexy and dosen't have any wiz-bang) Probably the easiest thing to do (maybe not sexy but useful) is to write an accounting program geared to a specific small business that does not traditionally have or use one, but could definately benefit from one e.g. Mom & Pop grocery store, small auto repair garage, mall bodega, bar/club, hair salon - you get the idea. This has the double advantage of possibly becoming something of commercial interest down the road. Most small independant businesses, would love to use a computer to their advantage, but simply can't afford the required software or training time, a cheap program that provides: Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Inventory Payroll Point of Sale Booking/Scheduling specific to a given business should be a viable/worthwhile project. You may even be able to find a small business that will let you come in and observe how their business is run for a few days. This could make your design a slam dunk. A quote for you - "Make it work, then make it elegant, then make it fast." - from "The Fishbowl" blog of Charles Miller
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
What are your hobbies and interests? Are there requirements like: Must use a SQL database, etc. Must be implemented in language X Must be implemented on platform Y Must be web based I have not seen this one before, but this would be FUN to write: Stereooptigram Captcha generator! Unfortunately, some people may not get it. Make sure you include new twist on a stereo audio captcha for accessibility if time allows. White Noise plus captcha on left, different white Noise plus captcha on right. Here are a few ideas (not all my own). Simple graphic editting program Always fun, easily expandable within time constraints Any simple game or lesson plan Educational content/quiz Music Ear training Chord training Any sport Goal oriented training scheduling/followup/calendar Animated training applications (3D modeling/animation/editting if you have time) Any apps to help coaches with stats, lineups, etc. League level software Biking Trip planner Gear ratio design/analysis Ask one of your old high school teachers/admins if there is anything you can do there: Chemlab - inventory, ordering Band - calendar/attendance/student award tracking/instrument inventory and rental Marching band - Formation designer, given time 3D perspective, animate to the music Ask a local charity Good luck!
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
Make something that pleases everyone. That would be a first timer.
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
I agree with what some people have previously mentioned. It's often easier to come up with ideas when they are related to your other interests. You can also take the route of helping the less fortunate or less able. I have found that accessibility to computers for the physically challenged can be a huge problem, as often, often, it may be their only chance to communicate. There are projects out there, and researchers are working on these projects, but for the time being, I see plenty of room for innovation and originality. Think of any limitation a person may have, and think of any task one does on a computer, there are definite hardware and software solutions to be invented that would help them.
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?
A random code generator.
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I need a good software project to work on as my final project (I'm trying to get my degree as a Computer Programmer). But there's nothing that hasn't been done! I've already accepted the fact that I will have to do something that someone has already done before, but I'd like to, at least, make an application that hasn't been done by 6346 programmers before ;P So that I can add my pinch of salt and expect it to be a worthy contribution. Any ideas?