Library Management System

Overview

A comprehensive Library Management System built to automate and streamline library operations. This system helps librarians and administrators manage books, members, and lending processes efficiently.

Features

• Book Management

  • Add, update, and delete book records
  • Track book availability status
  • Manage multiple copies of the same book
  • Search books by title, author, or ISBN

• Member Management

  • Register new members
  • Update member information
  • Track membership status
  • Manage member borrowing history

• Lending Operations

  • Issue books to members
  • Process book returns
  • Calculate and manage fines for late returns
  • Generate lending reports

• Admin Dashboard

  • Overview of library statistics
  • Monitor overdue books
  • Track popular books
  • Generate various reports

Technology Stack

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Backend: Python
• Database: SQLite/MySQL
• Framework: Flask/Django

Installation

1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/somyadipghosh/library_management.git

2. Install dependencies

pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Navigate to the Project Directory:

cd library_management

4. Set Up the Database:

• Create a MySQL database named library_db.
• Import the provided db.sql file to set up the necessary tables.

5. Configure Database Connection:

• Open the db.php file.
• Update the database connection parameters (host, username, password, database) to match your MySQL configuration.

6. Start the Application:

• Deploy the project files to your web server's root directory.
• Access the application through your web browser.

Usage

• Admin Login:

  • Navigate to the login page (login.php).
  • Enter your admin credentials to access the dashboard.

• Dashboard:

  • View summaries of books, members, and recent activities.

• Manage Books:

  • Use the "Add Book" feature to include new books.
  • Edit or delete existing books as needed.

• Manage Members:

  • Register new members through the "Add Member" form.
  • Update member information or remove members from the system.

• Issue/Return Books:

  • Issue books to members and set return due dates.
  • Process book returns and update the system accordingly.