Library Management System (Python)

Overview

A robust digital library management system developed in Python. The application provides a comprehensive solution for managing book inventories, tracking loans, and user registrations through an intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI).

Key Features

• Inventory Management: Add, update, and remove books from the library database.
• Loan Tracking: Streamlined process for borrowing and returning books with automated status updates.
• Smart Search: Advanced search functionality using various criteria (Title, Author, Genre).
• User Authentication: Secure Login/Register system for librarians and users.
• Waitlist Management: Automated notifications for users on waiting lists when books become available.

Architecture & Design Patterns

This project emphasizes clean code and scalable architecture:

• Design Patterns: - Strategy Pattern: Implemented for the search engine to allow flexible search algorithms.
  • Observer Pattern: Used to notify users when a book's availability changes.
• Data Persistence: Managed via a custom CSVManager class that ensures data is saved and retrieved efficiently from CSV files.
• GUI: Built with Python's Tkinter library for a lightweight and responsive interface.

Technologies Used

• Language: Python
• GUI Library: Tkinter
• Data Storage: CSV (File-based database)
• Concepts: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Design Patterns, Exception Handling.

How to Run

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone [https://github.com/JohKaro/Library-Management-System-Python.git](https://github.com/JohKaro/Library-Management-System-Python.git)