BookStoreApp

BookStoreApp is an ASP.NET Core (MVC) project that implements the N-Tier architecture, using Entity Framework for data access. It serves as a functional web application for managing and organizing a bookstore's inventory.

Table of Contents

1. Features
2. Prerequisites
3. Installation
4. Configuration
5. Usage
6. Contributing
7. License

Features

• N-Tier Architecture: The project is structured using the N-Tier architecture, which separates the application into layers like presentation, business logic, and data access.

• Entity Framework: Entity Framework is used for data access, providing a powerful and efficient way to interact with the database.

• MVC Pattern: The Model-View-Controller (MVC) pattern is employed to maintain a clean and organized codebase.

• Book Management: Allows users to add, edit, and remove books from the database, along with details such as title, author, genre, and price.

• User Authentication: Implement user registration and login functionality to provide secure access to the application.

• Role-Based Access: Utilize role-based access control to restrict certain actions to authorized users, such as admin privileges for managing the bookstore.

• Search and Filtering: Implement search and filtering capabilities to help users find specific books efficiently.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have met the following requirements:

• .NET Core SDK installed on your machine.

• A database system (e.g., SQL Server, SQLite) and connection string.

• A basic understanding of ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework, and MVC.

Installation

1. Clone this repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/BookStoreApp.git
   cd BookStoreApp
   dotnet restore
   dotnet ef database update
   dotnet run
   ### Configuration
   

To configure the application, follow these steps:

1. Provide detailed information on how to set up authentication and security.
2. Configure any other settings relevant to your specific project requirements.

Usage

1. Register as a user if you don't have an account, or log in if you already have one.
2. Explore the bookstore's inventory and manage it based on your role (user or admin).
3. Perform various operations, such as adding, editing, and deleting books.

Contributing

If you'd like to contribute to the project, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
3. Make your changes and commit them with clear, descriptive messages.
4. Push your changes to your fork.
5. Create a pull request against the main repository.

Please ensure that your code follows best practices and includes relevant tests if applicable.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.