ILS (Integrated Library System)

Introduction

ILS is an Integrated Library System designed to manage library operations such as cataloging, member management, borrowing, and returning items. This system is built using Java and provides a graphical user interface for ease of use.

Features

• Member Management: Add, update, and retrieve member information.
• Staff Management: Add, update, and retrieve staff information.
• Item Management: Add, update, and retrieve information about books and DVDs.
• Borrowing and Returning: Manage borrowing and returning of items.
• Fine Management: Calculate and manage fines for overdue items.
• Logging: Log system activities and errors.
• Caching: Cache user login information for auto-login.

Structure

Database

Class Diagram

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   https://github.com/mthlpbs/Library-Management-System.git
   cd ILS

2. Set up the database:

   • Ensure you have MySQL installed.
   • Create a database named ils.
   • Import the database schema from schema.sql (if provided).

3. Configure the database connection:

   • Update the database connection details in db.java if necessary.

4. Build the project:

   • Open the project in your preferred IDE (e.g., IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, VS Code).
   • Build the project to resolve dependencies.

Usage

1. Run the application:

   • Execute the Main class to start the application.
   • If a user cache file exists, the system will attempt auto-login. Otherwise, the login window will be displayed.

2. Logging in:

   • Enter staff ID as S00001 and password as 12345 to log in.

3. Managing items:

   • Use the provided GUI to add, update, and retrieve information about books and DVDs.

4. Borrowing and returning items:

   • Use the GUI to manage borrowing and returning of items.
   • The system will automatically calculate fines for overdue items.

Screenshots