📚 Library Management System (Android)

A robust, full-featured Android application designed to streamline library operations. This system features Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), distinguishing between Admin (Faculty) and Student interfaces to ensure secure and efficient management of library resources.

Built with Java and powered by Google Firebase for real-time data synchronization and authentication.

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📱 Features

🔐 Authentication & Security

• Secure Login/Registration: Email and Password authentication via Firebase Auth.
• Role-Based Access Control:
  • Admins: Full CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) access.
  • Students: Restricted Read-Only access.

👨‍💼 Admin Panel (Faculty)

• Dashboard: Quick access to manage Categories and Books.
• Category Management: Create, Update, and Delete book categories (e.g., "Computer Science").
• Book Management: Add new books, Edit existing details, or Delete outdated records.
• Gestures: Long-press to delete items; Tap "Pencil" icon to edit.

👨‍🎓 Student Panel

• Browse Catalog: View all available categories and books.
• Book Details: Access detailed information including Author, Publication Year, and Description.
• Security: "Add" and "Edit" buttons are automatically hidden based on user role.

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🛠️ Tech Stack

• Language: Java (Android SDK)
• Architecture: MVC (Model-View-Controller)
• Backend & Database: Google Firebase Firestore (NoSQL)
• Authentication: Firebase Authentication
• UI/UX: Material Design components, CardViews, Custom Adapters
• IDE: Android Studio

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📸 Screenshots

Login Screen	Admin Dashboard	Student View

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🚀 How to Run

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/yawar2518/libraryManagementSystem-android-Application.git

2. Open in Android Studio
   • Open Android Studio -> File -> Open -> Select the cloned folder.
3. Firebase Setup
   • This project relies on Firebase. Ensure google-services.json is present in the app/ directory.
   • Note: If you are cloning this for testing, you may need to create your own Firebase project and replace the JSON file.
4. Run the App
   • Connect an Android device or use an Emulator.
   • Click the green Run button.

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🔮 Future Improvements

• Search Functionality: Implementing a search bar to filter books by title or author.
• Borrowing System: Feature for students to "Check Out" books with due dates.
• Profile Management: User profile pictures and password reset functionality.

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📝 License

This project was developed as a Semester Project for the University of Management and Technology.