Library Management Software

Description

The Library Management Software is a Python-based application designed to streamline the management of library resources. It offers functionalities for cataloging books, managing member information, tracking borrowed items, and more.

Features

• Book Cataloging: Add, update, and delete book records with details like title, author, ISBN, and genre.
• Member Management: Maintain member profiles, including contact information and borrowing history.
• Borrowing System: Track issued and returned books, with due date reminders.
• Search Functionality: Efficiently search for books and members using various filters.
• Reporting: Generate reports on library usage, popular books, and member activity.

Installation

Prerequisites

• Python 3.7 or higher installed on your system
• Git for version control

Steps

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/SimonePere/library-management-software.git

2. Navigate to the Project Directory:

   cd library-management-software

3. Create a Virtual Environment:

   python -m venv venv

4. Activate the Virtual Environment:

   • Windows:

     venv\Scripts\activate

   • macOS/Linux:

     source venv/bin/activate

5. Install Dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage

1. Run the Application:

   python main.py

2. Access the Interface:

   Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost:5000 to access the library management system.

3. Explore Features:

   • Add Books: Navigate to the "Add Book" section to catalog new books.
   • Manage Members: Use the "Members" section to add or update member information.
   • Issue Books: Go to the "Issue Book" section to lend books to members.
   • Return Books: Use the "Return Book" section to process returned items.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Follow these steps to contribute:

1. Fork the Repository.

2. Create a New Branch:

   git checkout -b feature/YourFeatureName

3. Make Your Changes.

4. Commit Your Changes:

   git commit -m 'Add feature: YourFeatureName'

5. Push to the Branch:

   git push origin feature/YourFeatureName

6. Open a Pull Request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Contact

For questions or suggestions, please contact Simone Mele.