URL Shortener

A simple React application to shorten URLs using the shrtcode API. This app allows users to input long URLs and receive shortened versions, making links easier to share, especially on social media platforms.

Demo

View the live project here. (Add your live link here)

Features

• Shorten long URLs using the shrtcode API.
• Clickable shortened URLs.
• Simple, user-friendly interface.
• Error handling for invalid or unreachable URLs.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to clone and run this project locally.

Prerequisites

• Node.js (>= 14.x.x): Download and install it from Node.js official website.

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/url-shortener.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd url-shortener

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install

Running the Project

1. Start the development server:

   npm start

   After running the above command, the project will be available at http://localhost:3000 in your browser.

Technologies Used

• React.js: JavaScript library for building user interfaces.
• Axios: For making HTTP requests to the shrtcode API.
• Tailwind CSS: For styling the app.
• shrtcode API: A free service to shorten URLs.

Contributing

We welcome contributions! Follow these steps to contribute:

1. Fork the repository: Click the 'Fork' button on the top right of this repository page to create a copy of this repo in your GitHub account.

2. Clone your forked repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/url-shortener.git

3. Create a new branch:

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

4. Make your changes: Implement the feature or fix the bug.

5. Commit your changes:

   git commit -m "Add a brief description of the feature or fix"

6. Push to your fork:

   git push origin feature/your-feature-name

7. Create a Pull Request: Go to the original repository and create a new pull request. Provide a clear description of your changes in the pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.

### Instructions:
1. **Replace placeholders**: 
   - Replace `https://github.com/your-username/url-shortener.git` with your actual repository URL.
   - Add your **live project link** under the `Demo` section.

This format provides detailed but concise instructions for users to clone, run, and contribute to the project.