README.md

Digital Library Website

Welcome to the Digital Library Website! Follow the instructions below to set up and use the application.

Setup Instructions

1. Configure the Database

   First, ensure that your database configuration in the .env file is correct:

   DB_CONNECTION=mysql
   DB_HOST=127.0.0.1
   DB_PORT=3306
   DB_DATABASE=digitalLibrary
   DB_USERNAME=root
   DB_PASSWORD=

2. Prepare the Database

   You have two options to ensure your database is properly set up:

   • Option 1: Import SQL File

     Import the provided SQL file into your database.

   • Option 2: Run Migrations and Seeders

     Run the following command in your terminal to migrate and seed the database:

     php artisan migrate:fresh --seed

   After executing this command, you should have the following data:

   • 3 users: 1 with an admin role and 2 with user roles.

3. Login Credentials

   Use the following credentials to log in:

   • Admin:

     • Email: [email protected]
     • Password: 12345

   • User 1:

     • Email: [email protected]
     • Password: 12345

   • User 2:

     • Email: [email protected]
     • Password: 12345

   You can also try registering a new account via the 'register' menu. Please use a valid email address as email confirmation is required for registration.

Features

Dashboard

• Admin: View total categories, all books, and total users with the role 'user'.
• User: View the total number of categories and books owned by the user.

Category

• Admin: Full CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) functionality.
• User: Read and Create data.

My Book

• Admin: Full CRUD functionality for all books, Export to Excel for all data.
• User: CRUD functionality for their own books, Export to Excel for their own data.
  • Create: Save data and upload PDF files and cover images (jpg/png).
  • Read: View uploaded cover images and embed uploaded PDFs.

Profile

• Admin & User: Edit profile details (name, email, password) and delete account.

Getting Help

For any issues or questions, please contact support or refer to the documentation.

Happy exploring!