Error Handling & Validation
CruiseAppy implements comprehensive error handling and validation at every stage of the user journey and system integration. These mechanisms ensure data integrity, security, and a user-friendly experience.
Validation
- Input Validation: All user inputs (forms, API requests) are validated for required fields, data types, and allowed values.
- Business Rules: Custom validation enforces business logic (e.g., valid booking dates, payment amounts, passenger info completeness).
- Real-Time Feedback: Users receive immediate feedback on invalid or missing data, with clear error messages.
- API Validation: API endpoints validate incoming data and return structured error responses.
Error Handling
- User-Facing Errors: Friendly, actionable error messages are displayed for common issues (e.g., invalid login, payment failure, unavailable cabin).
- System Errors: Critical errors are logged with full context for troubleshooting by admins and developers.
- API Errors: Standardized error codes and messages are returned for API consumers, including HTTP status codes and error details.
- Graceful Degradation: Where possible, the system continues to function with limited features if a non-critical error occurs.
Logging & Auditing
- All errors and validation failures are logged with timestamps, user/session info, and error details.
- Logs are accessible to admins for monitoring, compliance, and debugging.
Security Considerations
- Sensitive error details are never exposed to end users.
- Validation and error handling are designed to prevent common vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS).
Additional Notes
- Error handling and validation logic is extensible via plugin hooks and custom code.
- Regular audits and tests are performed to ensure reliability and security.