Below are the steps for how one can use this project for further improvisation

1. Download and Unzip the Project Files

1. Download the Project: Obtain the zipped file containing the project.
2. Extract Files: Unzip the downloaded file to your local system. You will find a folder named library containing all the necessary files for the project.

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2. Move the Project Folder

1. Locate the extracted library folder.
2. Copy and paste the library folder into your server’s root directory:
   • For XAMPP, place it in the htdocs folder (C:/xampp/htdocs/).
   • For WAMP, place it in the www folder (C:/wamp/www/).

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3. Configure the Database

1. Start Your Local Server:

   • Open your XAMPP or WAMP control panel and start the Apache and MySQL services.

2. Access phpMyAdmin:

   • Open your web browser and go to http://localhost/phpmyadmin.

3. Create the Database:

   • Click on the Databases tab.
   • Create a new database named library.

4. Import the Database File:

   • Open the newly created library database.
   • Click the Import tab.
   • Select the library.sql file from the project folder (this file is included in the downloaded zip package).
   • Click Go to import the database structure and data.

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4. Running the Application

For Users

1. Access the User Interface:

   • Open your web browser and navigate to:

     http://localhost/Online-Library-Management-System-PHP/library/index.php#ulogin
     

2. Log In as a User:

   • Use the following credentials to log in:
     • Username: test@gmail.com
     • Password: Test@123

For Admins

1. Access the Admin Panel:

   • Open your web browser and navigate to:

     http://localhost/Online-Library-Management-System-PHP/library/adminlogin.php
     

2. Log In as Admin:

   • Use the following credentials to log in:
     • Username: admin
     • Password: LMS_BMS

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Project Features

• User Dashboard: Users can browse books, manage borrowing records, and view available library resources.
• Admin Panel: Admins can manage books, users, and other library resources effectively.
• Database Management: All data related to books and users is stored in the library database.

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Important Notes

• Ensure your local server (XAMPP/WAMP) is running whenever you access the application.
• Verify that the imported database (library.sql) matches the project requirements.
• Use the provided login credentials for initial access. You can later add or modify users and admins from the admin panel.

By following the above steps, your Library Management System will be set up and ready to use on your local machine.