Library-Management-System-LMS-CPP

Overview

The Library Management System is a C++ console-based application developed using Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts. It allows users to manage books, members, and borrowing records efficiently through a simple menu-driven interface.

Features

• Add new books to the library.
• Add library members.
• Display all available books.
• Search books by title.
• Search books by author.
• Issue books to members.
• Return issued books.
• Track book availability status.

Technologies Used

• C++
• Object-Oriented Programming (Classes and Objects)
• STL Vector Container
• Console-Based User Interface

Project Structure

LibraryManagementSystem/
│
├── library.cpp
└── README.md

Classes Used

Book

Stores information about a book:

• Book ID
• Title
• Author
• Issue Status

Member

Stores information about a library member:

• Member ID
• Member Name

Library

Handles all library operations:

• Add Book
• Add Member
• Display Books
• Search by Title
• Search by Author
• Issue Book
• Return Book

Compilation

Compile the program using g++:

g++ library.cpp -o library

Execution

Run the executable:

./library

Sample Menu

===== LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM =====
1. Add Book
2. Add Member
3. Display Books
4. Search by Title
5. Search by Author
6. Issue Book
7. Return Book
8. Exit

Example Workflow

1. Add a new book.
2. Add a member.
3. Search for a book by title or author.
4. Issue the book.
5. Return the book when finished.
6. View updated availability status.

Object-Oriented Concepts Demonstrated

• Classes and Objects
• Encapsulation
• Data Abstraction
• Dynamic Data Storage using Vectors

Expected Outcome

The application provides a simple and efficient way to manage library records, enabling book addition, searching, issuing, and returning while maintaining accurate availability information.

Future Enhancements

• File Handling for Permanent Storage
• Member-wise Borrowing History
• Fine Calculation for Late Returns
• Admin Authentication
• Graphical User Interface (GUI)
• Database Integration (MySQL/SQLite)

Author

Developed as a C++ Object-Oriented Programming project for academic purposes.