Railway Reservation System 🚆

Railway Reservation System is a software application developed to automate the process of booking train tickets, managing reservations, and handling various operations related to railway ticketing. This system provides an efficient and user-friendly interface for passengers to book tickets, check train schedules, and manage their reservations conveniently.

Features 🛤️

• User Authentication: Secure login and registration system for users.
• Ticket Booking: Users can search for trains, view available seats, and book tickets for their desired journey.
• Seat Selection: Interactive seat selection interface for users to choose their preferred seats.
• Reservation Management: Users can view and manage their reservations, including canceling or modifying existing bookings.
• Train Schedule: Detailed information about train schedules, including departure and arrival times, stations, and routes.
• Admin Panel: Special privileges for administrators to manage trains, stations, users, and reservations.

Technologies Used 💻

• Programming Language: Java
• Database: MySQL
• Frameworks/Libraries:
  • Java Applets
  • NetBeans (IDE)
  • Eclipse (Java Testing)
  • Java MySQL Connector

Installation 🛠️

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/TanoojSeelam/Railway-Reservation-System.git

2. Set Up MySQL Database:

   • Install MySQL and MySQL Workbench on your system.
   • Create a new database for the Railway Reservation System.
   • Run the SQL scripts provided in the repository to set up the database schema and populate initial data.

3. Install Java Environment:

   • Ensure you have Java Development Kit (JDK) installed on your computer.

4. Download and Configure Java MySQL Connector:

   • Download the Java MySQL Connector JAR file from the official MySQL website.
   • Add the JAR file to your project's build path in your IDE (NetBeans or Eclipse).

5. Set Up IDE:

   • Install either NetBeans or Eclipse IDE on your computer.
   • Import the project into your IDE.

6. Run the Application:

   • Build and run the project from your IDE.

7. Access the Application:

   • Once the application is running, access it through a web browser or follow the instructions provided by the application.

Usage 🚉

1. Register/Login:

   • Start by registering an account or logging in if you already have one.

2. Search for Trains:

   • Use the search functionality to find trains based on your desired route and travel date.

3. View Available Seats:

   • Once you've selected a train, view available seats and their prices.

4. Book Tickets:

   • Select the desired number of seats and proceed to book tickets.

5. Manage Reservations:

   • View and manage your reservations, including canceling or modifying existing bookings.

6. Access Admin Panel (Optional):

   • If you have admin privileges, access the admin panel to manage trains, stations, users, and reservations.

7. Log Out:

   • Always remember to log out after completing your reservation or admin tasks.