Eastern Visayas State University

Information Technology Department

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

Capstone Project Proposal

Title of the Project:
Android Application for Library Resource Access
Name of Proponents: Year & Section: 3E
1. Julius Russel Santiago
2. Darryl Dave Alvarez Date Submitted: May 9, 2024
3.
PROBLEM STATEMENT ROOT CAUSE PROPOSED SOLUTION
Problem 1 Problem 1 Problem 1
 Limited Accessibility to  Users face difficulty  Develop an Android
Library ResourcesProblem accessing library application that provides
Problem2 resources due to limited remote access to library
physical access to the resources, allowing users
 Inefficient Resource library or restricted to browse, search, and
Management opening hours. borrow materials from the
comfort of their own
Problem 3 Problem 2 homes. Incorporate
 Lack of User Engagement  Library staff struggle to features such as digital
efficiently manage resource access, online
resources due to manual reservations, and home
processes for cataloging, delivery options to improve
tracking, and lending accessibility.
materials.
Problem 2
Problem 3  Implement an Android
 Users are not fully application for library staff
engaged with library that streamlines resource
resources and services management tasks
due to limited awareness through automation and
or inconvenience in digitization. Include
accessing them. features such as barcode
scanning for quick check-
in/out, real-time inventory
tracking, and automated
notifications for overdue
items or holds ready for
pickup.

 Problem 3
 Develop an Android
application with enhanced
user engagement features

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 Eastern Visayas State University
Information Technology Department
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

such as personalized
recommendations,
interactive events
calendars, and social
sharing functionalities.
Implement push
notifications for upcoming
events, new arrivals, or
personalized reading
recommendations based
on user preferences and
borrowing history.
Additionally, incorporate
gamification elements
such as badges or
rewards for active library
participation to encourage
ongoing engagement.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE
To develop an Android application that enhances access to library resources and services,
improving user experience and engagement with the library.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
1. To enable users to search, browse, and access a wide range of library resources,
including books, journals, and digital materials, through a user-friendly interface.
2. To provide users with personalized recommendations and notifications based on their
interests, borrowing history, and library activities to enhance user engagement and
satisfaction.3. 3. Facilitate remote access to library resources, enabling users to borrow
materials, place holds, and manage their accounts from anywhere at any time.
SCOPE AND DELIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY
The study focuses solely on the development of an Android application and does not include other
platforms such as iOS or web-based interfaces.
RELATED STUDIES (Minimum of 5 related studies ranging between 2016-2021)
RFID-Based Library Management System with Android Mobile Access Application. (2019, December 1).
IEEE Conference Publication | IEEE Xplore. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9004371

Manual processes in libraries fail to deal with the current demands of requests for information and find it
difficult to comply with the amount of requests from users for books and other library services. Thus, this
study presents the used of RFID in library management system, as well as the broader accessibility
through the Android mobile application. It also offers handling and managing library routine processes
that are generally not available in other library management systems, in particular, the capability of
library consortium associated with different libraries to share resources. First, the framework of the

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Information Technology Department
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

study between the front end and back end of the system was synthesized. Then different evaluators
were surveyed about the way the library management system functions. The system performance
attributes are defined using the functionality, usability, reliability, performance and security (FURPS)
model. The mean formula was used to analyze the data. The functionality, reliability, performance and
security were evaluated perfectly acceptable with a weighted mean of 4.73, 4.58, 4.66 and 4.63
respectively. Furthermore, the usability was given an acceptable evaluation rating with a weighted mean
of 4.50. The overall quality of the system was given a perfectly acceptable with a weighted mean of 4.62
thus proves that the used of RFID was successfully implemented in the library management system and
the web and mobile application was successfully developed in managing library resources and tasks.

Chanda, A. (2020). Usefulness of Android Application in the Library: A Case Study on Assam Don
Bosco University Library. The International Information & Library Review, 52(1), 58–63.
https://doi.org/10.1080/10572317.2019.1710670

Library automation provides a comprehensive way to lessen physical labor, reduce human error and
grant access to information materials anywhere and anytime. A mobile computerized system for
handling the activities and services of the library helps the library staffs to process the work more
accurately, and it saves time as well. This research work aimed to design and implement an Android
application for the library so that libraries can use to overcome the social and other challenges that
prevent them from providing services on the go. The Android application was designed and
implemented using the Android Studio which contains XML (extensible mark-up language) and Java. At
the back-end HTML (Hypertext mark-up language), CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), PHP (PHP Hypertext
pre-processor), and MySQL database were used. The system was tested after the development and
found it suitable for meeting all the requirements specified. The system can add to the integrity of the
library, ease the activities of the librarian and eliminate the stress related to the current process of
searching for library books and other study materials. Before the introduction of the Android OS, access
to the library documents was done only by the librarian. Android applications have become more
popular and it holds a maximum number of users when compared to all other platforms. The Android
application retrieves the information stored in the library database through the library server, for
example, checking whether the books are available in the library or borrowed without intervening
anyone. Users can suggest books for the library, and they are notified about their suggestion by the
librarian. This article brings a new idea of the users to access the library.

Dinazzah, A. R., & Rahmi, R. (2022, March 1). Mobile Library Application in Indonesia’s Digital
Libraries. Journal of Education Technology. https://doi.org/10.23887/jet.v6i1.43575

Increasing mobile device usage in the 21st century, coupled with the COVID-19 pandemic, continue to
change various sectors, including libraries. A library is a place to find information, both in-person and
online. Ideally, a library should develop and improve each year to ensure optimal service provision to its
users. The development of mobile phone applications is a trend that has revolutionized how consumers
access information in a variety of sectors, including libraries. This study aims to analyse the
development of mobile library applications (m-library apps) in digital libraries in Indonesia, using a
descriptive and qualitative methodology. Each m-library application’s existence was verified using the

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Information Technology Department
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

attached link or the search feature on the Google Play Store. The results are described descriptively
with a focus on the analysis of applications used by m-libraries. The results indicate that Indonesia’s
digital libraries are currently showing progress, marked by libraries in Indonesia that have started using
m-library applications in their digital libraries. The most widely used applications by digital libraries in
Indonesia typically used third party vendors to develop their applications, such as Kubuku Resources,
PT, Enam Kubuku Indonesia, Gramedia Asri Media and Bina Pustaka. Our results also highlight a need
for continuous improvement in m-library applications, in terms of adding both internal (e.g., preservation
and security) and external (e.g., user training and promotional factors) features.

Samani, M. (2023, March 7). Android-Based Digital Library Application Development.

www.academia.edu.
https://www.academia.edu/98120912/Android_Based_Digital_Library_Application_Development?sm=b

Digital technology has enabled the dissemination of all types of information, replacing traditional formats
with automated systems. As a result of the development of digital technology, the library has also
entered a new era, which is then called the digital library era. Digital library is considered as one
Form of modern library where the dependence will be on modern technology in the conversion of
information and data to digital formats to achieve greater effectiveness and effciency in storing and
processing information and then trans-mitting it. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to develop an
Android-Based Digital Library Application at the Department of Education Management, State
University of Surabaya. This study uses the research and development method proposed by Borg and
Gall by applying the nine stages. The results of this study indicate that the development of an Android-
Based Digital Library Application at the Education Management Department, State University of
Surabaya has been Successfully implemented with the results of the trial getting an average per-
centage above 80% which is included in the very feasible category to be imple- mented. Even so,
evaluation and monitoring must continue to be carried out to prevent errors or problems that may occur,
as well as material to continue devel- oping this Android-Based Digital Library Application.

Samani, M. (2023, August 17). Android-Based Digital Library Application Development.

www.academia.edu.
https://www.academia.edu/105687558/Android_Based_Digital_Library_Application_Development?sm=b

Digital technology has enabled the dissemination of all types of

information, replacing traditional formats with automated systems. As a result
of the development of digital technology, the library has also entered a new era,
which is then called the digital library era. Digital library is considered as one
form of modern library where the dependence will be on modern technology
in the conversion of information and data to digital formats to achieve greater
effectiveness and effciency in storing and processing information and then trans-
mitting it. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to develop an Android-Based
Digital Library Application at the Department of Education Management, State
University of Surabaya. This study uses the research and development method
proposed by Borg and Gall by applying the nine stages. The results of this study

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 Eastern Visayas State University
Information Technology Department
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

indicate that the development of an Android-Based Digital Library Application at

the Education Management Department, State University of Surabaya has been
successfully implemented with the results of the trial getting an average per-
centage above 80% which is included in the very feasible category to be imple-
mented. Even so, evaluation and monitoring must continue to be carried out to
prevent errors or problems that may occur, as well as material to continue devel-
oping this Android-Based Digital Library Application.

FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Functionality Description
User Authentication and Account Management Allow users to create accounts or log in
using existing credentials.
Search and Browse Library Resources Implement a robust search feature allowing
users to search for resources by title,
author, subject, or keyword.
Resource Access and Borrowing Enable users to view detailed information
about resources, including availability
status, location within the library, and
borrowing limits.
Account Notifications and Reminders Send push notifications to users about
important account updates, such as due
date reminders, holds ready for pickup, or
overdue items.
Barcode Scanning and Inventory Management Integrate barcode scanning functionality to
facilitate quick check-in/out of materials by
library staff.

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 Eastern Visayas State University
Information Technology Department
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

Program Specification

Android studio, Java, HTML

Software Specification Hardware Specification
Java
HTML Computer/laptop

System Type

Mobile-based

RISK FACTOR:
 Unauthorized access to sensitive user information, such as personal details, borrowing history, or
account credentials, leading to privacy breaches or identity theft.

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 Eastern Visayas State University
Information Technology Department
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Capstone Project and Research 1 Proposal

IT 323 – Software Engineering
Second Semester, SY: 2023-2024

STAKEHOLDER:

 The library user are the primary stakeholders who benefit from the application's functionality for
accessing library resources, managing accounts, and engaging with library services.

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