The Library Management System is a powerful and user-friendly web application developed using CodeIgniter 4 and Bootstrap 5. It is designed to automate and streamline essential library operations with a clean, modern, and fully responsive interface.

This system enables librarians and administrators to easily manage books, users, and borrowing records while saving time and reducing errors.

Key highlights include barcode generation for books, return management, library settings customization (logo, email, contact, issue limits, fines, etc.), and a secure authentication system with session-based login.

Built with scalability and simplicity in mind, this solution is perfect for Library ,schools, colleges, and institutions looking for a reliable digital library system. With easy installation and well-structured code, it ensures smooth customization and hassle-free deployment.

📚 Manage Books and Users
👥 User Management with profile details
🔑 Secure Admin Login System (CodeIgniter 4 Auth)
📊 Dashboard with Books & Users Statistics + Graph
📖 Borrow & Return Books (Issue/Return Tracking)
💰 Fine Calculation per Day for Late Returns
⚙️ Library Settings (Logo, Email, Phone, Address, Issue Limit, etc.)
🖼️ Upload & Manage Book Covers + Library Logo
🎨 Bootstrap 5 Responsive Design (Mobile Friendly)
🏷️ Barcode Generation & Scanning for Books
📅 Monthly Reports with Chart.js graphs

• PHP >= 7.4
• MySQL >= 5.7
• Apache/Nginx Web Server
• Composer Installed
• Required PHP Extensions: intl, mbstring, mysqli, openssl, curl, json

⚙️ Installation Instructions

1. Requirements

• PHP 7.4+
• MySQL / MariaDB
• Apache / Nginx server
• Composer installed

2. Installation Steps

1. Download & Extract the project files into your server root (e.g., htdocs or public_html).
2. Import the provided database.sql file into your MySQL database.
3. Open .env file and update database credentials:

   database.default.hostname = localhost
   database.default.database = your_db_name
   database.default.username = your_db_user
   database.default.password = your_db_password
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. Install required dependencies via Composer:

   composer install
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. Install Barcode Generator library:

   composer require picqer/php-barcode-generator
   
   
   
   
   
   

6. Start the application (for local setup):

   php spark serve
   
   
   
   
   
   

7. Access the system in your browser:

   http://localhost:8080
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Default Login Credentials

• Admin Email: [email protected]
• Password: admin