HARAMAYA UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING

PROJECT TITLE: LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Jan 2024
PROJECT OUTLINE

 PROJECT BACKGROUND

 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

 OBJECTIVES

 SCOPE

 LIMITATIONS

 CONCLUSION
PROJECT BACKGROUND

 The manual library management system has proven to be inefficient and limiting in
several ways.

 To overcome these limitations and improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of
library operations, the implementation of a modern library management system is
essential.

 By transitioning from the manual system to an advanced library management system,we

can enhance user experiences, optimize resource utilization, and provide a more
accessible and efficient library environment.
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM
The new library management system aims to address the following problems that were

identified in the manual system.

 Efficient cataloging
 Data persistence
 Improving user interaction and experience.
 Integrated security measures, such as authentication or authorization checks.
 Enhanced accessibility for users
OBJECTIVES
General objectives

 Create a library management system that is adaptable to evolving technological

and library management trends, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness over
time.

 Streamline and automate manual processes in library management for increased

operational efficiency.

 Improve the overall user experience for both library staff and patrons by
implementing a user-friendly interface.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
 Implement an automated system for cataloging books, reducing manual effort and

improving accuracy.

 Design an intuitive and user-friendly interface to enhance accessibility for both

library staff and patrons.

 Develop a robust system for tracking the availability and location of library
resources, including books, journals, and multimedia items.
SCOPE

This code encompasses essential functionalities, allowing users to manage books,

students, and transactions within a library setting.

Book management
• Adding a new book
• Upgrading quantity
• Book searching
• Displaying books
• Book borrow and return

Student management
• Adding a new student
• Displaying all students
LIMITATIONS

• The code relies on a console-based interface, which may limit user interaction
compared to modern graphical interfaces. A graphical user interface (GUI) could
enhance user experience.

• The code lacks a mechanism for data persistence. All data is stored in memory
and is lost when the program terminates. Introducing a database or file storage
system would address this limitation.
CONCLUSION
The implementation of the new HULMS is essential to address the limitations
and challenges of the current manual system.

The implementation of the new library management system represents a

significant step towards creating a more efficient, user-centric, and
technologically advanced library environment

However, the current console-based library management system faces critical

challenges in user interaction, data persistence and error handling.
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