Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC): Focus on Scoping and Planning Processes in Software Development

This thesis investigates the application of structured Project Management methodologies to the design and development of an innovative digital solution aimed at enhancing the museum visitor experience. The project centers on building a web application that allows museums to autonomously manage audio guides and post-visit quizzes, thereby increasing engagement and fostering cultural dissemination. The study begins by analyzing both traditional and Agile Project Management approaches, highlighting their principles, advantages, and areas of applicability. It then details the entire project lifecycle, from scope definition and detailed planning to the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), using a technology stack composed of Vue.js for the frontend, FastAPI for the backend, and MySQL for data persistence. Core project management tools such as the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Gantt charts, critical path analysis, and risk assessment were employed to ensure rigorous planning and monitoring. Additionally, the thesis explores key aspects like security measures (JWT-based authentication), performance considerations, and the use of semantic versioning to guide future software evolution. In its concluding chapters, the work outlines a roadmap for incorporating artificial intelligence into the platform, particularly to enable automatic multilingual translations and content adaptation, leveraging an Agile approach to effectively handle uncertainty and promote continuous improvement. By providing both a theoretical framework and a practical case study, this thesis demonstrates how the synergy between robust project management practices and advanced technological solutions can effectively support digital transformation initiatives, even within traditionally conservative sectors such as cultural heritage.