User Based Information System

I've made a website version so no downloads or specific OS Required. Link for it is in downloads section.

Website Version:

Introducing the User Based Information System—your ultimate solution for efficient contact management! This intuitive platform allows users to effortlessly add new contacts by entering essential details such as name, gender, birthday, phone number, email, and optional information, all while providing the option to upload a personal picture. With powerful search functionality, you can quickly locate contacts by name, ID, email, or phone number. Organize your contacts effortlessly with age group categories, including Under 18, 18-29, 30-49, and 50 and above, ensuring demographic organization at your fingertips. Plus, customize your experience with easy access to settings for modifying your organization name and password. Experience seamless contact management with the User Based Information System today!

Executable

Note: If you get errors such as  VCRUNTIME140.dll and MSVCP140.dll missing its because you don't have "Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 - 2022 Redistributable" installed. You can find installers in the zip folder.

The c++ based program serves as a comprehensive system for managing personal information, offering a range of functionalities tailored for user convenience. Users can seamlessly add, edit, search, and delete records of individuals, enabling efficient organization of personal data. With a user-friendly interface, the program facilitates easy navigation through its menu-driven options. Notably, it provides features for calculating and displaying individuals' ages based on their birthdates, ensuring accurate representation of their demographic information. Furthermore, the program incorporates robust data storage mechanisms, allowing seamless retrieval and persistence of information across sessions. It also offers advanced functionalities such as viewing individuals grouped by age, providing insightful categorization for analytical purposes.  With its intuitive design and comprehensive feature set, the program offers a reliable solution for managing personal information effectively.

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Which one is right for me?

Pros of the Website Version:

1. Convenience and Accessibility: The website version can be accessed from any device with a web browser, offering flexibility without requiring any downloads or installations.
2. User-Friendly Search Functionality: The website’s search feature is more forgiving, allowing searches by name, ID, email, or phone number without requiring exact matches or case-sensitive inputs.
3. Contact Pictures: The website allows users to upload contact pictures, adding a personalized and visual touch to the contact management system—something the executable does not offer.
4. No Installation Required: Users don’t need to install additional software, avoiding issues with dependencies like Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable.
5. Visual Appeal and Customization: The website offers better design flexibility, allowing users to enjoy an aesthetically pleasing interface with customizable themes and layouts.

Cons of the Website Version:

1. Data Vulnerability: Data is stored in the browser’s local storage, meaning if browser data is cleared (e.g., cache cleared or browser reset), all contact information and settings will be lost.
2. Security Concerns: Although password-protected, anyone with access to your browser can bypass the password and access or alter data, posing a potential privacy risk.
3. No Backup Option: There is no built-in method to back up or restore contact data, unlike the executable where data can be stored in a separate text file for easy recovery.
4. Requires Browser: The website relies on a stable internet browser, which can limit access if the browser crashes or lacks features for saving data locally.

Comparison with the Executable:

• Executable Backup Capabilities: The executable allows easy data backup since it stores contact information in a text file, making it simple to save, replace, or restore the data.
• Executable Requires Installation: The executable version requires the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable to be installed, adding an extra step for users.
• Executable Data Security: The executable stores data in a text file in the program folder, which is vulnerable to anyone who has access to your system files but can be secured with proper file permissions.
• No Contact Photos in Executable: The executable does not support uploading contact photos, making it less visually engaging compared to the website version.
• Executable’s Search Limitations: The executable’s search function requires exact matches, including correct capitalization, which can lead to search errors, unlike the more flexible search system on the website.