In the modern educational landscape, libraries play a pivotal role in the learning process. However, traditional library management methods have proven to be inefficient and are often fraught with challenges. To address these issues, we embarked on a mission to create a more efficient, automated, and secure library management system using Raspberry Pi. 🚀
- Automated Book Issuance and Return: Streamlined process with reduced manual intervention.
- Anti-theft Measures: 🚨 Integrated IR sensors to prevent unauthorized book removal.
- Real-time Database Management: MySQL database for accurate book and user records.
- User-friendly Interface: TFT Display for intuitive user interaction.
- Email Notifications: 📧 Automated notifications for due dates and fines.
- Expandable System: Built with scalability in mind for future enhancements.
- Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
- IR Sensors, Raspberry Pi Camera Module 📷
- TFT Display, Arduino Nano 33 IoT
- Additional: Arduino UNO, Jumper Wires, Breadboard
- Raspberry Pi Buster/Bullseye OS
- Python 2/3, MySQL Database
- OpenCV, pyzbar, mysql.connector
- Tkinter for GUI, smtplib for Email
- Hardware Setup: Connect Raspberry Pi with IR sensors, camera, TFT display, and Arduino components.
- Software Setup: Install necessary libraries like OpenCV, pyzbar, and mysql.connector on Raspberry Pi.
- Database Configuration: Set up MySQL database using provided commands in
mariadb-database-commands.pdf. - Code Installation: Clone the repository and configure
app.pywith your database credentials and SMTP server details. - Arduino Remote Setup: Upload
backend.inoto Arduino Nano 33 IoT for adding users/books. - Run the System: Execute
app.pyon Raspberry Pi to start the automated library management system.
- For hands-on guidance on how to make this project, you can check out my YouTube video.
- Contributions and feedback are welcome! Feel free to fork the repository and submit pull requests.
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