Assume the proposed project is the implementation of an open-source learning management system (Moodle) for a school. The moodle will be installed in the dedicated server of the school (based on Moodle documentation) to support remote learning. What are the External Interfaces, Interface Architecture, and Interface Design of the proposed project? Check the guide below.
6 EXTERNAL INTERFACES External systems are any systems that are not within the scope of the system under development, regardless whether the other systems are managed by the State or another agency. In this section, describe the electronic interface(s) between this system and each of the other systems and/or subsystem(s), emphasizing the point of view of the system being developed. 6.1 Interface Architecture In this section, describe the interface(s) between the system being developed and other systems; for example, batch transfers, queries, etc. Include the interface architecture(s) being implemented, such as wide area networks, gateways, etc. Provide a diagram depicting the communications path(s) between this system and each of the other systems, which should map to the context diagrams in Section 1.2.1. If appropriate, use subsections to address each interface being implemented. 6.2 Interface Detailed Design For each system that provides information exchange with the system under development, there is a requirement for rules governing the interface. This section should provide enough detailed information about the interface requirements to correctly format, transmit, and/or receive data across the interface. Include the following information in the detailed design for each interface (as appropriate): The data format requirements; if there is a need to reformat data before they are transmitted or after incoming data is received, tools and/or methods for the reformat process should be defined Specifications for hand-shaking protocols between the two systems; include the content and format of the information to be included in the hand-shake messages, the timing for exchanging these messages, and the steps to be taken when errors are identified Format(s) for error reports exchanged between the systems; should address the disposition of error reports; for example, retained in a file, sent to a printer, flag/alarm sent to the operator, etc. Graphical representation of the connectivity between systems, showing the direction of data flow Query and response descriptions If a formal Interface Control Document (ICD) exists for a given interface, the information can be copied, or the ICD can be referenced in this section. 6 EXTERNAL INTERFACES External systems are any systems that are not within the scope of the system under development, regardless whether the other systems are managed by the State or another agency. In this section, describe the electronic interface(s) between this system and each of the other systems and/or subsystem(s), emphasizing the point of view of the system being developed. 6.1 Interface Architecture In this section, describe the interface(s) between the system being developed and other systems; for example, batch transfers, queries, etc. Include the interface architecture(s) being implemented, such as wide area networks, gateways, etc. Provide a diagram depicting the communications path(s) between this system and each of the other systems, which should map to the context diagrams in Section 1.2.1. If appropriate, use subsections to address each interface being implemented. 6.2 Interface Detailed Design For each system that provides information exchange with the system under development, there is a requirement for rules governing the interface. This section should provide enough detailed information about the interface requirements to correctly format, transmit, and/or receive data across the interface. Include the following information in the detailed design for each interface (as appropriate): The data format requirements; if there is a need to reformat data before they are transmitted or after incoming data is received, tools and/or methods for the reformat process should be defined Specifications for hand-shaking protocols between the two systems; include the content and format of the information to be included in the hand-shake messages, the timing for exchanging these messages, and the steps to be taken when errors are identified Format(s) for error reports exchanged between the systems; should address the disposition of error reports; for example, retained in a file, sent to a printer, flag/alarm sent to the operator, etc. Graphical representation of the connectivity between systems, showing the direction of data flow Query and response descriptions If a formal Interface Control Document (ICD) exists for a given interface, the information can be copied, or the ICD can be referenced in this
