Library Management System

The Library Management System is a comprehensive web application designed to streamline the management of books, students, and fines in a library environment. Built with modern web technologies, this system allows students to search for books, request books, track issues, and pay fines online. Admins have full control over book management, student details, issue tracking, and fine calculations. This system simplifies library operations, making it more efficient and user-friendly.

Features of the Library Management System:

General Features:

• View All Books: Users can view all the books available in the library right from the homepage. The book listings are easy to navigate and filter.
• Book Search: Students can search for books based on the author, book title, or category. This feature helps students quickly find the books they need.
• Sorting Books: Books can be sorted alphabetically by author or title for easier browsing.

Student Features:

• Login/Signup: Students can create an account or log in to their existing account to access personalized features.
• Request Books: Students can request books online, which will then be reviewed and approved by the admin.
• Track Issues: Students can view and filter their current and past book issues based on request status (requested, issued, or all). This feature helps students keep track of their borrowed books.
• View Fines: Students can check the fines they owe, including the number of days passed since a book’s due date or the days remaining to return a borrowed book.
• Pay Fines Online: Powered by RazorPay, students can pay fines directly through the system’s secure payment gateway.

Admin Features:

• Admin Login: Admins can log in to the dashboard to manage the entire system.
• Issue Management: Admins can view, delete, and search issues by student ID. They can also filter issues based on return status and approve or reject issue requests.
• Book Management: Admins can add, delete, and search books in the library's catalog. They can also filter books based on authors.
• Author Management: Admins have the ability to add, delete, and search authors within the system.
• Fine Calculation: Admins can calculate fines with a click of a button, ensuring that fines are accurately charged to students.
• Student Management: Admins can manage student records by adding, deleting, modifying, and searching for students. They can filter students by department and view their fines and issues.
• Password Management: Admins can change the password for any user in the system.
• System Logs: Admins can see last login dates, student details, and other important system activities.

Technologies Used:

The Library Management System is developed using the following technologies:

• Backend: Django (Python web framework)
• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Payment Gateway: RazorPay (for fine payments)

This Library Management System provides an easy-to-use interface for both students and administrators, improving the efficiency of managing library operations while also offering students a convenient way to manage their book requests and fines.