Develop SRS for "Library Information System". Make necessary assumptions. Follow IEEE SRSformat.

Specify requirements for the Library Information System (LIS) to automate library operations including cataloging, circulation, and patron management.

#### 1.2 Scope

Covering backend management and frontend user interfaces for desktop and web platforms.

#### 1.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations

LIS: Library Information System

GUI: Graphical User Interface

API: Application Programming Interface

ISBN: International Standard Book Number

SQL: Structured Query Language

### 2. Overall Description

#### 2.1 Product Functions

- Catalog Management: Add, update, delete books; categorization.

- Circulation Management: Borrow, return, renew books; notifications.

- Patron Management: Register, manage accounts, update information.

- Reporting and Analytics: Generate usage reports.

- Search and Discovery: User-friendly book search.

#### 2.2 User Characteristics

- Librarians: Manage library resources and patrons.

- Patrons: Search for books, manage borrowing history.

- Administrators: Configure system and oversee maintenance.

#### 2.3 Constraints

- Accessible via desktop browsers and mobile devices.

- Database: MySQL or PostgreSQL.

- Integration with existing library protocols.

### 3. Specific Requirements

#### 3.1 Functional Requirements

- Catalog Management: Add, update, delete books.

- Circulation Management: Check out, renew, return books.

- Patron Management: Register, update, view history.

- Reporting: Monthly reports on borrowing trends.

- Search: Search by title, author, ISBN.

#### 3.2 Non-Functional Requirements

- Performance: Support 100 concurrent users; 3-second response time for searches.

- Usability: Intuitive GUI; clear error messages.

- Security: Role-based access; encryption of patron data.

- Reliability: Backup and recovery mechanism; MTBF of 1000 hours.

### 4. Other Requirements

#### 4.1 Interfaces

- User Interfaces: Web-based GUI for librarians and patrons.

- APIs: RESTful APIs for integration.

#### 4.2 Legal Requirements

- GDPR compliance for patron data protection.

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This condensed version outlines key requirements and specifications for the development of the Library Information System (LIS), focusing on functionality, user roles, constraints, and compliance.

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