
Personal Finance Management App Using PHP
To develop a web-based application using PHP that helps users track, manage, and analyze their personal finances. The goal is to allow users to monitor income, expenses, savings, and budgeting in a simple, secure, and interactive interface.
???? Core Features:
1. User Authentication:
- User registration and login system
- Secure session management to protect user data
2. Income & Expense Tracking:
Users can:
- Add income and expense entries
- Categorize transactions (e.g., Food, Rent, Salary, Entertainment)
- View monthly summaries
3. Budget Management:
- Set monthly budgets for categories
- Visual comparison of actual spending vs. budget
4. Reports & Dashboards:
Display:
- Total income and expenses
- Pie charts or bar graphs showing spending categories
- Monthly savings trends
- Implemented using PHP with JavaScript/chart libraries (e.g., Chart.js)
5. Data Storage:
- Use MySQL or SQLite database
- Store user info, transactions, and categories
????️ Technology Stack:
- PHP – for server-side logic and handling requests
- MySQL – to store financial records and user data
- HTML + CSS + Bootstrap – for responsive frontend design
- JavaScript + Chart.js – for data visualization (optional but recommended)
???? How It Works:
- User logs in or registers
- Enters income and expense records
- Data is stored in a secure database
- The app displays reports and insights to help the user manage their money better
✅ Project Outcome:
- A functional web app where users can:
- Track their money
- Set goals and budgets
- Gain insights into their financial habits
- Demonstrates:
- PHP and database integration
- CRUD operations
- Web design and basic financial logic