Project Overview:

The E-Library and Book Sharing Platform is a web-based system that allows users to browse, borrow, lend, and read books online. The platform supports a digital library for reading e-books and a community-driven book-sharing feature where users can exchange physical books. It promotes digital reading and collaborative book access within a managed and secure platform.

Key Objectives:

• Provide users with access to a digital library of e-books.

• Enable users to lend or borrow physical books with proper tracking.

• Offer an admin interface to manage users, books, requests, and reports.

• Promote a reading culture through community-driven sharing and access.

User Roles & Features:

1. Reader/User:

• Register and log in to access the portal.

• Browse digital books by category, title, or author.

• Read available e-books online or download (if allowed).

• List physical books available for sharing/lending.

• Request physical books from other users with location-based filters.

• Track borrowed books and return deadlines.

• Rate and review books after reading.

• View reading history and shared book records.

2. Admin:

• Secure login to access the admin dashboard.

• Manage user accounts (approve/block/remove users).

• Add, edit, or delete e-book entries with upload functionality.

• Approve or reject physical book listings and lending requests.

• Monitor book sharing activity and overdue returns.

• Generate reports on book usage, popular titles, and user activity.

Tech Stack Used:

• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, JavaScript

• Backend: PHP with Laravel framework

• Database: MySQL

• Authentication: Session-based login system with role-based access control

Admin Panel Features:

• Dashboard showing total users, books, lending requests, and active readers

• User management and complaint handling

• E-book and physical book management

• Book sharing request approval/rejection

• Reports on most-read books, lending trends, and overdue returns

Platform Features:

• E-book viewing with categories and search filters

• Upload/download functionality for admins

• Physical book sharing with lending/borrowing system

• Messaging system for users to coordinate book sharing

• Review and rating system for books

• Lending calendar with return reminders

Security Features:

• Input validation and sanitization

• Encrypted password storage

• CSRF protection for form submissions

• Role-based access control (user/admin)

• Access restrictions for unauthorized users

Conclusion:

The E-Library and Book Sharing Platform is a hybrid digital and community-based solution that provides convenient access to reading materials and encourages book sharing. It showcases full-stack development skills by combining digital resource management with peer-to-peer book exchange functionality, built using PHP and MySQL.