IOU-Banking-App

This project is a Java + MySQL banking app that manages IOUs between users. It features IOU system, deposit management, automatic notifications, user transparency, and working out timely payments and extensions.

Technologies

Java | MySQL

Use Cases

• Personal finance tracking systems
• Loan and/or IOU management

Project Structure

• loginGUI.java: Entry point of the system. Handles user login, account creation, and authentication.
• database.sql: SQL file to create the database schema and tables.
• Other Java Files: Support functionality for IOU creation, management, and updates.

Setup Instructions

• Clone repo
• Install MySQL and use the default settings (127.0.0.1:3306).
• Import the database schema: mysql -u root -p < database.sql.
• Create a MySQL account with the following credentials:
  • Username: publicUser
  • Password: BasicBank0327
• Grant permissions
• Run the Application
• You can now:
  • Create a new account.
  • Add yourself directly to the database.
  • Log in to access the IOU Manager.
    Refer to the provided Setup PDF for screenshots and additional guidance