Library Management System using Java

A real-life relatable Library Management System built using Java. This project is currently under development and aims to provide a secure and efficient way to manage library operations such as adding books, issuing books, returning books, and tracking inventory. It uses SHA-256 hashing algorithms to ensure password security, avoiding hard-coded credentials for enhanced safety.

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Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Features
• Technologies Used
• Security Features
• Usage
• Contributing
• License
• Acknowledgements

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Introduction

This project is a Library Management System designed to help librarians manage books and members efficiently. It provides a console-based interface for performing various operations like adding books, issuing books to members, returning books, and viewing the current inventory. The system is designed to be secure and user-friendly, making it suitable for real-life library management scenarios.

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Features

• Add Books: Add new books to the library with details like title, author, and ISBN.
• Issue Books: Issue books to library members.
• Return Books: Handle book returns and update inventory.
• View Inventory: Display the current list of books available in the library.
• Search Books: Search for books by title, author, or ISBN.
• Member Management: Add and manage library members.
• Secure Authentication: Uses SHA-256 hashing to securely store and verify passwords.

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Technologies Used

• Java: The core programming language used for development.
• SHA-256 Algorithm: For securely hashing and storing passwords.
• Git: For version control.

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Security Features

• SHA-256 Hashing: Passwords are securely hashed using the SHA-256 algorithm, ensuring that no passwords are stored in plain text or hard-coded.
• No Hard-Coded Credentials: The system avoids hard-coding any sensitive information, making it more secure and adaptable for real-world use.

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Usage

To use the Library Management System:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/bhavy1204/Library-management-System-using-java.git
   cd Library-management-System-using-java

2. Compile and run the Java files using your preferred IDE or command-line tools.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform operations like adding books, issuing books, returning books, and managing members.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a new branch (git checkout -b feature/YourFeatureName).

3. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add some feature').

4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/YourFeatureName).

5. Open a pull request.

Please ensure your code follows the project's coding standards and includes appropriate documentation.

Acknowledgements

Java Documentation

SHA-256 Hashing

Git Documentation

• Note: This project is still under development. Feel free to contribute or provide feedback to make it even better!