// THESIS GUIDANCE PORTAL · Computer Science
E-Commerce Platform for Rural Nepali Artisans
1. Introduction & Problem Statement
Overview: Design and develop a full-stack e-commerce platform specifically tailored for rural Nepali artisans — handicrafts, pashmina, Thangka paintings. Includes Nepali language support and eSewa/Khalti payment integration.
Background Context (Nepal): Nepal has rich handicraft traditions but rural artisans struggle to reach national and global markets. Existing e-commerce platforms lack Nepali language support and local payment methods. A tailored platform can bridge this gap.
2. Research Objectives
- ›Develop bilingual (English/Nepali) e-commerce platform
- ›Integrate eSewa and Khalti payment gateways
- ›Implement product catalog for handicraft categories
- ›Build seller onboarding and inventory management
- ›Ensure mobile-first, low-bandwidth design
3. Proposed Methodology
- Requirements gathering through artisan interviews
- System design — use case diagrams, ER diagrams
- Frontend development with Next.js and Tailwind CSS
- Backend API with Node.js and MongoDB
- Payment gateway integration and testing
- User testing with actual artisans
4. Thesis Chapter-by-Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: IntroductionTU/KU standard
Problem background, objectives, scope, feasibility study
Chapter 2: Literature ReviewTU/KU standard
E-commerce in Nepal, existing platforms, handicraft market analysis, technology review
Chapter 3: System Analysis & DesignTU/KU standard
Requirements analysis, system design, database design, UI/UX wireframes
Chapter 4: ImplementationTU/KU standard
Frontend, backend, payment integration, deployment
Chapter 5: TestingTU/KU standard
Unit testing, integration testing, user acceptance testing, performance
Chapter 6: ConclusionTU/KU standard
Achievements, limitations, future scope
5. Recommended Tools & Technologies
To implement the practical, technical, or analytical portions of this thesis topic, the following software tools, libraries, or APIs are recommended:
6. Core References & Citations
- [1]Department of Cottage & Small Industries, Nepal — Handicraft Export Statistics
- [2]Nepal Rastra Bank — Digital Payment Guidelines