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Software Requirements Specification (SRS) for Library Management System (LMS)

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose

The purpose of this document is to provide a detailed description of the requirements for the Library Management System (LMS). It will outline the functional and non-functional requirements, design constraints, and other pertinent information needed for the development and deployment of the system.

1.2 Scope

The LMS is intended to automate the management of a library's resources. The system will handle book inventory, member registrations, and transactions such as book issues and returns. It aims to improve efficiency, reduce manual errors, and provide a user-friendly interface for both library staff and members.

1.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations

  • LMS: Library Management System
  • SRS: Software Requirements Specification
  • GUI: Graphical User Interface
  • API: Application Programming Interface

1.4 References

  • IEEE Std 830-1998, IEEE Recommended Practice for Software Requirements Specifications
  • Library Management Best Practices

1.5 Overview

This SRS document is organized into the following sections:

  1. Introduction
  2. Overall Description
  3. Specific Requirements
  4. Appendices

2. Overall Description

2.1 Product Perspective

The LMS is a standalone system that will replace the existing manual process of managing library resources. It will interact with a relational database to store and retrieve information. The system will have a web-based user interface and may later include mobile support.

2.2 Product Functions

  • Book Management: Add, update, delete, and search for books.
  • Member Management: Register, update, delete, and search for library members.
  • Transaction Management: Issue and return books, track due dates and fines.
  • Authentication: Login and registration for library staff and members.
  • Reporting: Generate reports on library usage, book inventory, and transactions.

2.3 User Classes and Characteristics

  • Library Staff: Manage books, members, and transactions. Requires a user-friendly interface and access to administrative functions.
  • Library Members: Search for books, check their account status, and view transaction history. Requires a simple interface for ease of use.
  • Administrators: Oversee the entire system, manage user roles, and access all functionalities. Requires a comprehensive interface with advanced options.

2.4 Operating Environment

  • Web Application: Compatible with modern web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
  • Database: MySQL or PostgreSQL.
  • Server: Runs on a Java-based server (e.g., Apache Tomcat).

2.5 Design and Implementation Constraints

  • Security: Must comply with standard security practices, including encryption for sensitive data.
  • Performance: Must handle a high number of concurrent users and transactions efficiently.
  • Scalability: Should be designed to scale as the library grows.

2.6 Assumptions and Dependencies

  • Users have basic knowledge of computers and web browsing.
  • Reliable internet connection is available.
  • The system will be hosted on a secure server.

3. Specific Requirements

3.1 Functional Requirements

3.1.1 Book Management

  • Add Book:
    • Input: Title, Author, ISBN, Published Date, Category, Status.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated book list.
  • Update Book:
    • Input: Book ID, updated details.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated book details.
  • Delete Book:
    • Input: Book ID.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated book list.
  • Search Book:
    • Input: Search criteria (e.g., title, author, ISBN).
    • Output: List of books matching the criteria.

3.1.2 Member Management

  • Register Member:
    • Input: Name, Address, Email, Phone Number.
    • Output: Confirmation message and member ID.
  • Update Member:
    • Input: Member ID, updated details.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated member details.
  • Delete Member:
    • Input: Member ID.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated member list.
  • Search Member:
    • Input: Search criteria (e.g., name, email).
    • Output: List of members matching the criteria.

3.1.3 Transaction Management

  • Issue Book:
    • Input: Member ID, Book ID, Issue Date.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated transaction record.
  • Return Book:
    • Input: Transaction ID, Return Date.
    • Output: Confirmation message and updated transaction record.
  • View Transactions:
    • Input: Search criteria (e.g., member ID, book ID, date range).
    • Output: List of transactions matching the criteria.

3.1.4 Authentication

  • Login:
    • Input: Username, Password.
    • Output: Access to system functionalities based on user role.
  • Register:
    • Input: Username, Password, Role.
    • Output: Confirmation message and user account.

3.1.5 Reporting

  • Generate Report:
    • Input: Report type (e.g., book inventory, member activity, transactions).
    • Output: Downloadable report in PDF or Excel format.

3.2 Non-Functional Requirements

3.2.1 Performance Requirements

  • The system should handle at least 100 concurrent users without performance degradation.
  • Response time for any action should not exceed 2 seconds under normal load.

3.2.2 Security Requirements

  • All data should be encrypted in transit and at rest.
  • User passwords must be hashed using a secure algorithm (e.g., bcrypt).
  • Implement role-based access control (RBAC) to ensure proper authorization.

3.2.3 Usability Requirements

  • The user interface should be intuitive and easy to navigate.
  • Provide tooltips and help documentation for user assistance.

3.2.4 Reliability Requirements

  • The system should have an uptime of 99.9%.
  • Regular backups should be performed to prevent data loss.

3.2.5 Maintainability Requirements

  • Code should follow standard naming conventions and be well-documented.
  • The system should be modular to facilitate easy updates and maintenance.

3.2.6 Portability Requirements

  • The system should be deployable on any standard Java-based server.
  • The web application should be compatible with all major browsers.

4. Appendices

4.1 Appendix A: Glossary

  • Book ID: Unique identifier for a book.
  • Member ID: Unique identifier for a library member.
  • Transaction ID: Unique identifier for a book issue or return transaction.

4.2 Appendix B: Analysis Models

  • Use case diagrams
  • Entity-Relationship diagrams

4.3 Appendix C: References

  • API documentation for third-party services (if any).
  • Additional reading materials on library management systems.