Final Year Project Important Viva Questions for Computer Science, IT and SE

Summary

This video provides an insightful guide to the types of questions commonly asked during a final-year project presentation, particularly in software development. The speaker categorizes questions into four main areas: software documentation, coding, interface design, and database management. It emphasizes the importance of preparing for questions on project introductions, technology choices, system functionalities, and coding practices. Additionally, the video offers useful tips on explaining design decisions, database schemas, and ER diagrams, ensuring students are thoroughly prepared to present their projects confidently and professionally.

Takeaways

• 😀 Make sure to prepare a clear and concise introduction of your project when presenting it.
• 😀 Expect to be asked about the unique aspects or innovations of your project during the presentation.
• 😀 Be familiar with the tools, technologies, and languages you used for your project, as these are commonly questioned.
• 😀 Understand the functional and security requirements of your system, as these are critical aspects often inquired about.
• 😀 Be ready to discuss the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model you followed, such as Waterfall, Agile, or Spiral.
• 😀 Testing methodologies used in your project (unit, integration, etc.) will be a key topic to address.
• 😀 Prepare to explain basic programming concepts like classes, objects, inheritance, and polymorphism.
• 😀 Be knowledgeable about data structures, pointers, and the context in which they are applied in your project.
• 😀 Understand the importance of the user interface (UI) design, including color choices, fonts, and layout decisions.
• 😀 Be ready to talk about your database schema design, including relational diagrams and data validation methods.

Q & A

What is the first question that is commonly asked during a final year project presentation?

The first question often asked is, 'Tell me about your project,' which is an opportunity for the presenter to introduce the project, its objectives, and its scope concisely.

What are some expected questions related to the software documentation in a final year project?

Questions regarding software documentation may include, 'What is new in your project?', 'What technology stack did you use?', and 'What requirements does your system address?'

Why is it important to be familiar with the software project model used during the development of your project?

Knowing the software project model, such as SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), is crucial because interviewers often ask about the process used, like Waterfall, Incremental, or Spiral models, to assess your understanding of project development stages.

What is expected from you when asked about the technology stack used in your project?

You are expected to clearly explain the programming languages, tools, and technologies you used in your project, such as whether you used Java, Python, React, or any specific frameworks.

What might you be asked regarding the project’s coding during the presentation?

Questions could focus on concepts such as 'What is a class?', 'What is inheritance?', or 'How did you implement a certain data structure or pointer in your code?'.

How should you explain the design of your project if asked about the interface or visual elements?

You should be able to describe the design choices, including the color schemes, font sizes, layout, and user experience principles applied in the interface, explaining why these choices were made for better usability.

What are some key questions related to database and data management in a final year project?

You may be asked about the database design, such as 'How many tables did you create?', 'What are the relationships between these tables?', and 'How did you ensure the integrity and efficiency of the data stored?'

What is the significance of creating models like Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERD) and Deployment Diagrams?

These diagrams help in illustrating the structure of your system and how it will operate, providing clarity on data relationships (ERD) and how the system will be deployed in the real world (Deployment Diagram).

Why are testing strategies important, and what questions might be asked about testing?

Testing ensures your project functions correctly. Interviewers may ask, 'What types of tests did you perform?' or 'How did you handle edge cases and ensure system reliability?'

What should you prepare for questions regarding the security aspects of your system?

You should be ready to explain how you implemented security measures like authentication, data encryption, or protection against common vulnerabilities, demonstrating your system's robustness.