Basic Public Library Management System

I’m putting together a lightweight Library Management System for a public library and, at this stage, I only need the user-management module.

Scope
• Build a simple web-based interface where librarians can create, update, deactivate, and search user records.
• Implement email-and-password authentication with secure password hashing and basic “forgot password” flow.
• Keep the code clean and well-commented so future features such as book lending or inventory tracking can slot in easily.

Deliverables
1. A working prototype hosted locally (or on a free tier cloud) that I can test myself.
2. Source code and a short README covering setup steps, tech stack, and credentials configuration.
3. A basic data model/schema for users with fields such as name, contact details, membership type, and status.

I’m happy with any modern stack—PHP/MySQL, Node.js with Express and MongoDB, Python Flask, or similar—so choose whichever lets you move fastest while staying secure.

The goal is a clear, functional starting point; polish and extras can come later once this foundation is solid.