This assignment assesses your ability to apply generic classes and methods to create a versatile library catalog that can handle different types of items. It evaluates your understanding of generic concepts in the context of a real$-$world application.

Assignment Instructions

Scenario: Consider you have been asked to develop a generic library catalog in Java that can store and manage different types of library items.

You are tasked with utilizing generic classes and methods to ensure flexibility and code reusability.

Requirements:

Generic Catalog Class:

a$.$ Implement a generic catalog class that can store information about library items $($e$.$g$.,$ books, DVDs$,$ magazines$).$

b$.$ Ensure that the catalog works seamlessly with different types of items by using generics.

Library Item Class:

a$.$ Create a generic$$LibraryItem$$class with attributes such as$$title$,$author$,$ and$$itemID

b$.$ Ensure that the$$LibraryItem$$class is compatible with the generic catalog.

Library Operations:

a$.$ Develop methods within the generic catalog to add a new library item, remove an item, and retrieve item details.

b$.$ Implement error handling to manage scenarios such as attempting to remove a non$-$existent item.

User Interface:

a$.$ Create a simple command$-$line interface for users to interact with the library catalog.

b$.$ Allow users to add a new library item, remove an item, and view the current catalog.

Testing:

a$.$ Implement comprehensive testing for your generic catalog and$$LibraryItem$$class$.$

b$.$ Test scenarios should include adding and removing items, ensuring the catalog works with various types of library items.

Guidelines

Utilize generic classes and methods to create a flexible and reusable library catalog.

Focus on code modularity and reusability by using generics effectively.

Implement exception handling to manage unexpected scenarios gracefully.

Provide clear and concise comments and documentation for your code.

Deliverables

$1.$ Java Program Source Code:$$

Submit a well documented source code.

Implement generic classes and methods for creating generic library catalog.

$2.$ Output Screenshot:$$

Provide a screenshot of the program's output.

Grading Criteria

Your assignment will be evaluated based on the following criteria:$$

Implementation of Generic Class: Implement a generic catalog class that can store information about library items. Ensure seamless compatibility with different types of items using generics.

Implementation of Generic Methods: Create a generic LibraryItem class with attributes such as title, author, and itemID. Ensure compatibility with the generic catalog.

Library operations: Develop methods in the generic catalog to add a new library item, remove an item, and retrieve item details.

Error Handling: Implement error handling to manage scenarios such as attempting to remove a non$-$existent item. Errors should be handled gracefully with clear messages.

Logic and Computation.

Program Flow and Structure.

Output.

Code style and readability.