BLib

A sophisticated client-server library management system designed to optimize library operations. This project leverages JavaFX for the client interface and a robust server architecture for handling requests and database interactions.

Table of Contents #

• Overview
• Project Structure
• Features
• Prerequisites
• Installation
• Usage
• Troubleshooting
• Contributing
• License
• Contact

Overview #

The BLib Project is a state-of-the-art library management system that streamlines the process of managing library resources. It is divided into three main components:

• BLibClient: A JavaFX-based client application that provides a user-friendly interface for managing library operations such as book borrowing, returns, and subscriber management.
• BlibServer: A server application that processes client requests, manages database operations, and ensures secure communication between clients and the server.
• BlibCommon: A shared codebase containing models and enums used by both the client and server to maintain consistency and reduce redundancy.

Project Structure #

• PROJECT/G3_Assignment3-Project/
  • BLibClient/: Client-side application
  • BlibServer/: Server-side application
  • BlibCommon/: Shared code

Features #

• User Management: Manage subscribers and their accounts.
• Book Management: Add, update, and remove books from the library.
• Borrowing and Returns: Track book borrowings and returns.
• Reports: Generate reports on library activities.
• Reservations: Allow subscribers to reserve books.

Prerequisites #

• Java Development Kit (JDK) 8 or higher
• JavaFX SDK
• A compatible IDE (e.g., Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA)
• MySQL or another compatible database system

Installation #

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd BLib
   

2. Set Up the Database:

   • Ensure your database server is running.
   • Import the provided database schema.

3. Configure the Server:

   • Update the database connection settings in the server configuration file.

4. Build the Project:

   • Open the project in your IDE.
   • Build the project to resolve dependencies.

Usage #

1. Start the Server:

   • Run the BlibServer application.
   • Ensure the server is listening on the correct port.

2. Start the Client:

   • Run the BLibClient application.
   • Log in using the provided credentials.

Troubleshooting #

• Server Not Starting: Check if the database is running and the connection settings are correct.
• Client Connection Issues: Ensure the server is running and the client is configured to connect to the correct server address and port.

SQL Tools and Methods #

• MySQL: The primary database management system used for storing and retrieving data.
• JDBC: Java Database Connectivity is used to interact with the MySQL database from the Java application.
• SQL Queries: Custom SQL queries are used to perform CRUD operations on the database.

Contributing #

Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.

License #

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.