PM SHRI KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA AFS

THANE

Session 2024-25

Computer Science Project Report On

Library Management System
Submitted By
ABHINAV NISHALYA
XII B
AISSCE Roll No:

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This is to certify that Master Abhinav Nishalya of class XII B, PM
SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya AFS Thane, AISSCE Roll
No. ____________ has successfully completed the project
entitled Library Management System during
the academic year 2024-25 in partial fulfilment of the Computer
Science practical examination conducted by CBSE.

Signature of Internal Examiner Signature of External Examiner

Signature of Principal

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

It is with great pleasure that I express my

sincere gratitude to our teacher, Mrs.
Sreelekha Pattayat, PGT (Computer
Science), who has taken on the
responsibility of teaching and guiding us in
computer science. I have greatly benefited
from her insightful classes and dedication.

I am especially indebted to our Principal,

Mr. Ved Prakash Goutam, who has been a
constant source of encouragement and
support. His inspiration has been
invaluable in the success of this project,
and I am truly grateful for his guidance.

Finally, I would like to extend my heartfelt

appreciation to all my batchmates for their
friendship and the wonderful moments we
shared together.
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

S.No. Topic Page No.

1 Introduction 5
Hardwares and Softwares
2 6
Required

3 Modules Used 7

4 Python Source Code 11-16

5 Outputs 17-23

6 MySQL Database 24-26

7 Bibliography 29

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 INTRODUCTION
The project LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
includes enrolment of users, adding of books into
the library system. It includes an authentication
facility for Admin/User resp. of the system. User
can see the books available, details of books issued
by the user in the digital library. The Library
Management System can be login using a
password. It is accessible either by an admin or
user. The data can be retrieved easily.
The interface is very user-friendly. The data are
well
protected for personal use and makes the data
processing very fast.
The purpose of the project entitled as “DIGITAL
LIBRARY” is to computerize the Front Library
Management to develop software which is user
friendly, simple, fast, and cost- effective.

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 HARDWARES AND SOFTWARES
REQUIRED

HARDWARES
1. Desktop Computer / Laptop
2. Mobile Phone

SOFTWARES
1.Python (Latest Version)
2. MySQL
3. MySQL-Connector- Python

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 MODULES USED IN THIS CODE IS:

 MySQL. Connector: This

module is used to connect and
interact with the MySQL
database from Python. It
provides the methods for
establishing a connection,
executing SQL queries, and
managing transactions within
the MySQL database.

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 LIBRARY
A library is a collection of books, and possibly other materials
and media, that is accessible for use by its members and
members of allied institutions. Libraries provide physical or
digital materials, and may be a physical location, a virtual
space, or both. A library's collection normally includes
printed materials which may be borrowed, and usually also
includes a reference section of publications which may only
be utilized inside the premises.
Libraries can vary widely in size and may be organised and
maintained by a public body such as a government, an
institution (such as a school or museum), a corporation, or a
private individual. In addition to providing materials, libraries
also provide the services of librarians who are trained
experts in finding, selecting, circulating and organising
information while interpreting information needs and
navigating and analysing large amounts of information with a
variety of resources.

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 LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Library management system (LMS), is an enterprise resource

planning system for a library, used to track enrolled users,
available books, books issued and to whom, books returned
and it’s fines, etc.
The purpose of a library management system is to operate a
library with efficiency and at reduced costs. The system being
entirely automated streamlines all the tasks involved in
operations of the library.
The library management system software helps in reducing
operational costs. Managing a library manually is labour
intensive and an immense amount of paperwork is involved.
The system saves time for both the user and the librarian.
With just a click the user can search for the books available in
the library. The librarian can answer queries with ease
regarding the availability of books. Adding, removing or
editing the database is a simple process. Adding new users or
cancelling existing userships can be done with ease.
The automated system saves a considerable amount of time
as opposed to the manual system.

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 FUNCTIONS LIST
The Library Management System provides a variety of functions
to manage users, books, and
Updating etc. Each function plays a specific role in the
administration of library resources

Admin
 Login into Panel
Modify User
 Add User
 Delete User
 Update User
Display Users
Search Users
Modify Book
 Add Book
 Delete Book
 Update Book
Issue Book
Return Book
Exit

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Python Source
Code

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Outputs

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Simple Authentication:

Starting of the program:

Adding a new user:

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Deleting user:

Update User:

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Displaying All Users:

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Search User:

Adding Books:

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Deleting Books:

Updating Books:

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Issue Books :

Return Books :

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MySQL
Database

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Library Database:

Books Table:

Users Table:

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Returned Book Details Table:

Issued Books Details Table:

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 Limitations
1.Scalability: Basic library management
systems may struggle with performance if
there is a large volume of books, users, and
transactions. Optimizing for scalability is
often required.
2.Single-User Access: Without
implementing multi-user access controls,
only one person may access the system at a
time, limiting real-time collaboration.
3.Limited Reporting Capabilities: Standard
library systems may not offer in-depth
reporting or analytics, which could help
administrators understand borrowing trends,
popular books, etc.
4.Data Backup and Recovery: Many library
systems lack automatic data backup and
recovery options, which can lead to data loss
in the event of a system crash.
5.Dependency on Manual Inputs: Actions
like entering user data, issuing books, or
updating records may require manual inputs,
which increases the risk of human error.

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 Future Enhancements
1.Advanced Reporting and Analytics: Implement
detailed analytics to track metrics like most borrowed
books, user borrowing history, and peak borrowing
times.
2.Mobile Application: Create a mobile app version of
the system to improve accessibility, allowing users to
search for books, view borrow status, and check
return dates on the go.
3.Automated Notifications: Add email or SMS
notifications for due dates, overdue reminders, and
return confirmations.
4.QR Code/Barcode Integration: Use QR codes or
barcodes for easier book checkouts and returns,
speeding up the process and reducing manual entry
errors.
5.Recommendation System: Introduce a
recommendation feature based on user borrowing
history to suggest books users may find interesting.
6.Inventory and Damage Tracking: Implement
inventory tracking to monitor the physical condition of
books, track repairs, or alert librarians when copies
are lost or damaged.
7.Enhanced Data Security: Include secure login
options, encryption for sensitive data, and compliance
with data protection laws to protect user information.
8.Multi-Language Support: Adding support for
multiple languages to make the system more
accessible to a wider audience.
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 BIBLIOGRAPHY

 Wikipedia
https://www.wikipedia.org/
 Python
https://www.python.org/
 MySQL
https://www.mysql.com/
 Class 11th & 12th Computer Science Arihant Books

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