Introduction

Welcome to the Creative Project assignment for CMPG $121.$ This project is designed to allow you to apply

the concepts you've learned throughout the module in a creative and meaningful way. You will have the

freedom to choose the type of program you want to develop while adhering to specific technical

requirements.

Project overview

Your task is to design and develop a C$++$ application that meets the following requirements:

$2\mathrm{.}1$ Technical requirements:

Implement at least one array.

Use structs $($you may exclude structs if using classes$).$

Define and use at least three self$-$defined functions.

Ensure good user interaction through both input and output.

Use conditional statements $($e$.$g$.,$ if$,$ else, switch$).$

Implement loops $($e$.$g$.,$ for, while$)$

Incorporate file handling for both reading from and writing to files.

Handle possible errors gracefully, including input validation.

$2\mathrm{.}2$ Advanced requirements:

Use at least one class and create objects from it$.$

Implement smart pointers.

Utilise generic templates $($which are necessary for smart pointers$).$

Assignment structure

The assignment is divided into two phases: Planning and Development.

Phase $1$: Planning $(30\%$ of grade$)$

This phase focuses on planning your program and laying a solid foundation for development. It includes

the following tasks:

Program Scope

Write a brief description of your program, outlining its purpose, functionality, and intended users.

Explain how your program meets the technical and advanced requirements.

Pseudocode

Develop pseudocode for your program's main functions or algorithms. Ensure that your pseudocode

clearly represents the logical flow and structure of your program.

Flowcharts

Create flowcharts to visually represent the logical flow of your program or specific algorithms. These

should complement your pseudocode.

Research on Advanced requirements

Conduct research on the advanced requirements you'll be implementing $($classes and objects, smart

pointers, generic templates$).$ Include explanations of how these concepts work and how you plan to

integrate them into your program. Provide references to all sources you use.

Deliverables for Phase $1$:

A document containing the Program Scope, Pseudocode, Flowcharts, and Research on Advanced

Concepts $($references included$).$

Submit this document by Monday, $30$ September at noon.