DEVELOPMENT OF NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMUNITY-BASED SYSTEM USING ACTIVITY THEORY METHOD FOR REQUIREMENT IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS
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https://doi.org/10.24191/mjoc.v10i2.6685Keywords:
Activity Theory, Community-Based System, Requirements Engineering, Socio-Technical SystemsAbstract
Community engagement and efficient information dissemination are essential for well-functioning neighbourhoods. This project focused on the development of a community-based system in Taman Lapangan Jaya using Activity Theory to guide requirement identification and analysis. The current communication method, which relies on group chats managed by the neighbourhood president, has led to fragmented information, difficulty in accessing documents such as committee contact lists and annual reports, and frequent miscommunication. To address these issues, this study aimed to design and implement a centralized system that meets the residents’ needs. A prototyping approach was employed, beginning with planning and requirement elicitation through stakeholder interviews and the application of Activity Theory. The iterative development process involved quick design, prototype creation, user feedback, and refinement. The system design incorporated class diagrams, a data dictionary, and database structures, leading to a fully developed and operational platform. The final system provides a user-friendly, structured solution for information sharing and communication within the community. This study contributes to the field of requirement engineering by demonstrating the application of Activity Theory in the development of a neighbourhood-focused system and offers a model that can be replicated in similar community settings.
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