LibraryPlus - Modern Library Management System

Overview

LibraryPlus is an advanced library management system designed for schools, universities, and public libraries. It streamlines book discovery, borrowing, and purchasing, providing an intuitive dark-themed interface for both users and administrators.

Live Demo

Live URL | Demo Video

Demo Credentials

• User & Admin Account:
  • Email: johndoe200@gmail.com
  • Password: ExplicitCyclo
• Sample csv file for batch create:
  • File Link

Why Choose LibraryPlus?

LibraryPlus offers a seamless, digital-first approach to managing libraries efficiently. Users can easily browse, borrow, and buy books, while administrators gain powerful tools for inventory control, loan management, and user oversight. The built-in analytics and AI assistant further enhance library operations.

Features

For Users

• Book Discovery: Browse and search the library catalog
• Borrowing System: Request books and track approvals
• Return Management: Submit return requests
• Purchase Books: Buy books with Stripe integration
• Personal Dashboard: Monitor borrowing history
• Notifications: Get alerts on due dates and approvals
• User Profile: Manage personal information

For Administrators

• Dashboard: View library analytics and stats
• Book Management: Add, edit, and delete books
• Batch Uploads: Upload multiple books via CSV
• Loan Handling: Approve/reject borrow requests
• Return Processing: Manage overdue books
• User Management: Track user activity
• Sales Tracking: Monitor purchases
• AI Assistant: Smart suggestions for admin tasks
• Reports & Analytics: Gain insights on library usage

Installation & Setup

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v14 or higher)
• npm or yarn
• PostgreSQL
• Stripe account for payments

Steps

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/library-plus.git
   cd library-plus

2. Backend Setup

   cd backend
   npm install
   npm run start:dev

3. Frontend Setup

   cd frontend
   npm install --force
   npm run dev

4. Configure Environment Variables Create a .env file in the backend directory with:

   DATABASE_URL="your_postgresql_database_url"
   PORT=6001
   JWT_SECRET="your_jwt_secret"
   CLOUD_NAME="your_cloudinary_cloud_name"
   API_KEY="your_cloudinary_api_key"
   API_SECRET="your_cloudinary_api_secret"
   BASE_URL="http://localhost:6000"
   HOST_EMAIL_ADDRESS="your_host_email_address"
   HOST_EMAIL_PASSWORD="your_host_email_password"
   STRIPE_TEST_KEY="your_stripe_test_key"
   GROQ_API_KEY="your_groq_api_key"
   

5. Run the Application

   • Frontend: http://localhost:3000
   • Backend API: http://localhost:6001

Usage Guide

For Users

1. Register/Login
   • Sign up and log in to access features.
2. Find Books
   • Search by title, author, or category.
3. Borrow Books
   • Request to borrow books and await approval.
4. Return Books
   • Initiate return requests for borrowed books.
5. Purchase Books
   • Buy books via Stripe and track purchase history.

For Administrators

1. Admin Login
   • Use provided credentials to access the admin panel.
2. Manage Books
   • Add, update, delete, or bulk upload books.
3. Handle Borrow Requests
   • Approve or reject loan requests.
4. Manage Users
   • Track user activity and borrowing history.
5. View Reports
   • Access analytics on library usage.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Node.js, Express
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Authentication: JWT
• Payments: Stripe
• File Uploads: Cloudinary, Multer
• AI Features: Groq API

License

LibraryPlus is licensed under the MIT License.