The Library Management System is a Java-based CLI application utilizing MySQL for database management. It supports CRUD operations for managing book records, enables borrowing and returning books, and provides real-time availability updates. This system streamlines library processes, simplifying transactions and enhancing the user experience by efficiently managing resources and information.

• Tech Stack
• Prerequisites
• Installation
• Contributing
• License

• Java
• MySQL
• Maven

1. Ensure Maven is installed: Verify Maven is installed and added to the PATH.

   • Run: mvn -v
   • If you see Maven's version details, it's correctly installed.

2. Ensure JDK is installed: Maven requires JDK. Verify with:

   • Run: java -version

3. Navigate to the project directory: Open Command Prompt and navigate to the directory containing your Maven project (pom.xml file).

1. Import the Maven Project:

   • Open IntelliJ IDEA.
   • Click on File > Open, and select the project folder containing the pom.xml.
   • IntelliJ will automatically detect the Maven project and import it.

2. Build the Project:

   • Open the Maven tool window (usually on the right-hand side).
   • Click on the Reload All Maven Projects button (🔄) to ensure dependencies are downloaded.
   • Build the project by clicking Lifecycle > install or Lifecycle > package.

3. Run the Project:

   • Locate the main class (public static void main(String[] args)).
   • Right-click the main class file and select Run 'Main'.

1. Import the Maven Project:

   • Open Eclipse.
   • Go to File > Import > Maven > Existing Maven Projects.
   • Browse to the project folder and click Finish.

2. Build the Project:

   • Right-click the project in the Project Explorer.
   • Select Run As > Maven install or Maven build (then specify the goal, e.g., clean install).

3. Run the Project:

   • Locate the main class (public static void main(String[] args)).
   • Right-click the main class file and select Run As > Java Application.

1. Install Required Extensions:

   • Install the Maven for Java and Debugger for Java extensions.

2. Open the Project:

   • Open VS Code.
   • Navigate to the folder containing the pom.xml file.

3. Build the Project:

   • Open the Terminal (Ctrl + ~), and run:

     mvn clean install

4. Run the Project:

   • Locate the main class in the Explorer.
   • Right-click the main class and select Run Java.

1. Open the Project:

   • Open NetBeans.
   • Go to File > Open Project, and select the folder containing the pom.xml.

2. Build the Project:

   • Right-click the project in the Projects window.
   • Select Build with Dependencies.

3. Run the Project:

   • Right-click the main class file and select Run File.

Each IDE has specific Maven support, but these general steps should work.

1. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd path\to\your\project

2. Run the Maven install command:

   mvn install

   • This compiles the code, runs tests, and installs the built artifact (e.g., .jar or .war file) to your local Maven repository (~/.m2/repository).

3. Optional Parameters:

   • Skip Tests:

     mvn install -DskipTests

   • Clean and Install:

     mvn clean install

     The clean command removes previous builds before installing the new one.

4. Verify Installation:

   • Check the target directory in your project for the generated files (e.g., .jar or .war).
   • Verify the artifact is installed in your local Maven repository (~/.m2/repository).

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch: git checkout -b feature-name.
3. Make your changes.
4. Push your branch: git push origin feature-name.
5. Create a pull request.

This project is licensed under the MIT License.