Improved the overview of the README

[yashksaini-coder]

✅ Fixes #49

This PR includes many updates to the README.md file to enhance its entire structure and visual appeal by using markdown badges, also the addition of a GitHub Actions workflow to automate updating the contributors list in the README.

Enhancements to README.md:

• Improved Layout and Styling:

  • Center-aligned the header and added a table with badges for stars, forks, issues, open PRs, closed PRs, languages, and contributors. (README.md)
  • Updated the "Technologies Used" section with badges for each technology. (README.md)

• Detailed Instructions for Getting Started:

  • Added steps for cloning the repository, installing dependencies, creating environment variables, and running the development server. (README.md)

• Contribution Guidelines:

  • Expanded the contribution section with detailed steps for forking the repository, making changes, and submitting a pull request. (README.md)

• Acknowledgment of Contributors:

  • Added a section to acknowledge contributors, with placeholders for automated updates. (README.md)

Automation:

• GitHub Actions Workflow:
  • Added a new workflow file .github/workflows/contributors.yml to automate updating the contributors list in the README. (.github/workflows/contributors.yml)

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[notsoocool]

@yashksaini-coder have you tested the workflow locally on your repository?

[yashksaini-coder]

@yashksaini-coder have you tested the workflow locally on your repository?

Yes, all checks were done. Once merged with your main branch it will generate the list and display the profiles automatically.

You can also modify the action workflow to generate the table in a different way using parameters

[notsoocool]

Thank you for the PR! I will review it as soon as I get some free time.