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System Design Question

Design Vending Machine

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  1. Dispense Products: The vending machine should be able to dispense a variety of products, such as snacks, beverages, or other items, upon successful payment.

    • Use Case: A customer selects a product, makes a payment, and the machine dispenses the selected item.
  2. Accept Payments: The system should support multiple payment methods, including cash, credit/debit cards, and mobile payments.

    • Use Case: A customer chooses a payment method, completes the transaction, and receives a confirmation.
  3. Display Product Information: The vending machine should display product details, including price, availability, and nutritional information.

    • Use Case: A customer browses the available products and views detailed information before making a selection.
  4. Inventory Management: The system should track the inventory levels of each product and notify when restocking is needed.

    • Use Case: The machine automatically updates inventory levels after each transaction and alerts the operator when stock is low.
  5. User Interface: Provide an intuitive and user-friendly interface for customers to interact with the vending machine.

    • Use Case: A customer navigates through the product selection and payment process with ease.
  6. Maintenance and Diagnostics: The system should support remote diagnostics and maintenance alerts to ensure smooth operation.

    • Use Case: The machine sends alerts to the operator for any technical issues or maintenance requirements.

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