Online Library Application

A JavaFX-based application that provides users with an easy and efficient way to manage their interactions with an online library.

Features

• Login: Users can login to the app by user their name.

  

• Home Page: Displays the most rated and recently added books, making it easy for users to choose any book they want.

  

• Search for Books: Quickly find books by their names using the search functionality.

  

• View Book Details and borrow the book: Access detailed information about each book, including title, author, and description.

  

• Return Books: Manage borrowed books by returning them when finished.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: JavaFX
• Backend: Java
• Database: SQlite

How to Run the Application

Prerequisites

1. Java Development Kit (JDK): Ensure JDK 11 or higher is installed. Download JDK
2. JavaFX Libraries: If your JDK does not include JavaFX, download and configure it:
   • JavaFX Download
3. IDE: Install an IDE like IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, or NetBeans that supports JavaFX projects.

Steps to Run

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/S0KPiseth/Online-Library-application.git

2. Open the Project in Your IDE:
   • Import the project into your IDE as a Java project.
   • Ensure all dependencies are correctly configured (e.g., JavaFX library).
3. Set Up JavaFX: If your IDE requires manual configuration of JavaFX, follow these steps:
   • Add the JavaFX library to your project
   • Set the VM options for JavaFX (replace [path-to-javafx-lib] with the actual path to your JavaFX SDK lib directory):

     --module-path [path-to-javafx-lib] --add-modules javafx.controls,javafx.fxml

4. Run the Application:
   • Navigate to the entry point of the application:

     Online-Library-application/src/main/java/ui/libraryui/MainUIapp.java

   • Locate the MainUIapp class in your IDE.
   • Run the MainUIapp class to start the application.

Using the Application:

• Launch the application window.
• Use the search bar to find books.
• Click a book to view its details.
• Borrow or return books using the respective options.

Limitations

1. Real-Time Data Fetching:
   The application fetches book data in real time. This may occasionally cause delays, especially with a slow or unstable network connection.

2. Lack of Loading Screens:
   The absence of loading indicators during data fetching can make the app feel unresponsive, potentially causing inconvenience to users.

How to Contribute

We welcome contributions to improve the Online Library Application! Here's how you can help:

1. Bug Fixes

If you find a bug, follow these steps:

• Reproduce the Issue: Try to reproduce the issue to understand its behavior.
• Create a Fix: Work on fixing the bug in your local branch.
• Test: Verify that your fix works and doesn’t break anything else in the app.
• Submit a Pull Request: Once the fix is ready, submit a pull request with a clear description of the bug and the fix.

2. Bug Reports

If you encounter a bug, please report it:

• Provide a Clear Description: Describe the bug in detail, including what you expected to happen and what actually happened.
• Steps to Reproduce: Provide a step-by-step guide on how to reproduce the issue.
• Screenshots/Logs: Include any relevant screenshots or error logs to help us understand the issue better.

You can open a new issue on GitHub under the Issues section of the repository, and we’ll address it as soon as possible.

3. Feature Suggestions

If you have an idea for a new feature, we’d love to hear it:

• Describe the Feature: Provide a detailed description of the feature and how it could improve the app.
• Use Cases: Explain how this feature will be useful for users.
• Submit a Feature Request: Open an issue in the "Feature Requests" section of GitHub with your suggestion. We’ll review it and consider adding it in a future update.

By following these steps, you can help us improve the app and provide a better experience for all users. Thank you for contributing!