The Online Bookstore is a simple web-based application developed using PHP and MySQL. It demonstrates the basic workflow of an online book-selling platform.
Users can browse available books along with author and publisher details. The system allows users to place orders using fake or test card details for demonstration purposes only. This makes the project suitable for learning and academic use.
An admin panel is included where administrators can add new books and manage basic book details such as price, author, and publisher. The interface is simple and easy to understand, making it suitable for beginners.
This project mainly focuses on explaining core e-commerce concepts such as product listing, admin management, and order flow.
Project installation and setup are clearly explained in the README file given inside the project folder.
Online Bookstore – Project Feature:
User Module:
- View books and publisher details
- Purchase books using test card details
Admin Module:
- Add books to the store
Admin Login Details
Username: admin
Password: admin
Important Notes
This is a basic academic project
Fake/test card details are used (no real payment gateway)
The project report is not included
Not intended for production use
Who Can Use This Project?
This project is suitable for:
College students looking for a simple PHP project
Mini project submissions for lab or internal assessments
PHP beginners and learners who want to understand login systems
Why You May Need This Project
Easy to set up and run on XAMPP / localhost
Clean and simple code structure
Helps understand how an online bookstore works
Ideal for learning and demonstration purposes
Note: This is a basic project and does not include a project report or documentation. It is mainly intended for learning and mini project use.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is this project suitable for college students?
Yes, this project is suitable for college students and can be used as a mini project for lab or internal assessments.
2. Does this project include a project report?
No, this project does not include a project report. It includes only the source code.
3. Can I run this project on XAMPP?
Yes, you can run this project on XAMPP or any local PHP server that supports PHP and MySQL.
4. Is the source code editable?
Yes, the complete source code is provided and can be modified for learning or customization.
5. Do you provide installation support?
Basic installation steps are included. Advanced customization support is not included.
6. Is this project suitable for a mini project?
Yes, this project is suitable for a mini project. It covers basic concepts like login, database connectivity, and quiz management, making it ideal for mini project or internal assessments.
7. Does this PHP project include source code?
Yes, the complete PHP and MySQL source code is included. You can download, run, and modify the code for learning or project submission purposes.
8. Can I use this project for a college lab?
Yes, this project can be used for college lab work. It is simple to set up on XAMPP and is suitable for practical demonstrations and lab evaluations.
9. Is this project suitable for real-time or production use?
This is a basic academic project created for learning and demonstration purposes. It is not recommended for production use without further enhancement and security improvements.
