Chapter 8. Test Driving Your Koha Installation
We have completed the server setup and the application configuration. We are now in a position to take our Koha installation for a test drive. We will look to complete a transaction cycle in each of the primary Koha modules:
- Patrons
- Cataloging
- Circulation
- Acquisition
- Serials
We will also test:
- The reports module
- The catalog search on the OPAC
Patrons—create, search, and view patron record
Let us first create a patron record. A patron record includes the patron's personal details such as name, date of birth, or address. Staff also need to specify the library the patron belongs to and his/her patron category. A user ID and password for use on the OPAC can also be set up.
Creating a new patron
To create a patron ...
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