wanthinnn/library-management-system repository overview

⁠Library Management System

A comprehensive library management system built with Django, featuring book cataloging, reader management, borrowing/return tracking, and detailed reporting capabilities.

⁠Features

• User Management: Multi-role authentication system (Manager, Librarian).
• Book Management: Complete book cataloging with categories, authors, and inventory tracking.
• Reader Management: Reader registration and profile management with multiple reader types.
• Borrowing System: Book borrowing and return workflow with due date tracking.
• Receipt Management: Financial transaction tracking for library fees and fines.
• Reports:
  • Borrowing statistics by category.
  • Overdue books tracking.
  • Borrowing situation reports.
• System Configuration: Customizable system parameters (max borrowing days, fine rates, age limits).

⁠Technology Stack

• Backend: Django 5.2.6
• Web Server: Gunicorn
• Reverse Proxy: Nginx (Alpine)
• Database: SQLite (default) / PostgreSQL (supported)
• Static Files: WhiteNoise
• Containerization: Docker & Docker Compose
• SSL/TLS: HTTPS (Self-signed or Cloudflare Tunnel)
• Frontend: Django Templates + Tailwind CSS

⁠Prerequisites

• Docker Engine 20.10+
• Docker Compose v2.0+
• Git
• Python 3.10+ (for local scripts)

⁠Authors

• Lại Quan Thiên - WanThinnn⁠