Transparent Peer Review By Scholar9
DOCUMENT VERIFICATION AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM USING BLOCKCHAIN
Abstract
Documents and certificates are crucial for proving professional achievements, making them essential for career progression. The current system for issuing and verifying these documents is often slow and labour-intensive. Moreover, paper-based documents are susceptible to forgery, resulting in various educational frauds. This project aims to resolve these issues by leveraging blockchain technology. Blockchain extends beyond cryptocurrencies and has significant applications in various fields, including healthcare, supply chain management, and finance. In education, blockchain can transform the traditional method of issuing and verifying certificates. This project will illustrate how professional certificates can be authenticated using the Ethereum platform and smart contracts. The process includes converting traditional paper certificates into digital formats upon request, applying cryptographic hash functions to generate hash values for the digital certificates, storing the hash values on the blockchain, creating a unique certificate ID and transaction hash value, and utilizing the unique certificate ID and transaction hash value for certificate verification through a unified platform. This approach includes streamlining the certificate issuance, storage and verification process, increasing security by preventing forgery and unauthorized modifications, providing a clear and immutable record of certifications, and facilitating easy access and verification by third parties.
Murali Mohana Krishna Dandu Reviewer
28 Sep 2024 11:09 AM
Approved
Relevance and Originality
The project addresses a critical issue in professional credential verification, highlighting the importance of efficient and secure methods for document authentication. The use of blockchain technology is particularly relevant, given its growing significance across various sectors. By focusing on educational certificates, the project demonstrates originality and potential impact, particularly in combating educational fraud and streamlining administrative processes.
Methodology
The methodology outlined is clear and systematic, detailing the steps involved in digitizing certificates and employing blockchain for authentication. However, further elaboration on the specific technologies or frameworks used within the Ethereum platform, as well as any algorithms for hash generation, would enhance the methodology's transparency. Additionally, discussing potential challenges in implementation and how they will be addressed would strengthen this section.
Validity & Reliability
The proposed solution's validity relies on the robustness of blockchain technology to provide secure and immutable records. Including data on the security measures of the blockchain, such as resistance to tampering and unauthorized access, would support claims of reliability. It would also be beneficial to present case studies or pilot projects where similar systems have been implemented successfully to reinforce the project's credibility.
Clarity and Structure
The text is generally well-structured, presenting the problem, proposed solution, and process in a logical manner. However, clearer headings for each section could improve readability and navigation. Including diagrams or flowcharts illustrating the process—from digital conversion to verification—would also enhance understanding and provide visual context to the methodology.
Result Analysis
While the project outlines a promising approach, it would benefit from a discussion of expected outcomes and how success will be measured. Metrics such as the speed of verification, user satisfaction, and reduction in fraudulent activities could provide tangible benchmarks. Additionally, addressing potential limitations of the blockchain approach, such as scalability or user adoption challenges, would offer a more balanced view of the project’s implications and future directions.
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Thank You Sir
Murali Mohana Krishna Dandu Reviewer