LinkBite

Developed by Happy Kumar

Link Bite is a lightweight and efficient URL shortening tool built to simplify link sharing and management. It allows users to convert long URLs into short, easy-to-share links while providing a clean and user-friendly interface for quick access and usage.

Features

• URL Shortening: Convert long URLs into short, manageable links.
• Quick Copy: Easily copy shortened links to the clipboard.
• Fast Processing: Generate short links instantly with optimized performance.
• Clean Interface: Simple and intuitive UI for better user experience.
• Link Management: Keep track of generated links.
• Responsive Design: Works seamlessly across devices.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed:

• Node.js: https://nodejs.org/

Installation

1. Clone this repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/ImHappyKumar/link-bite.git
   

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd link-bite
   

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install
   

Firebase Setup

1. Create a Firebase project at https://console.firebase.google.com/
2. Enable Firestore Database
3. Copy your Firebase config
4. Create a file named:

   firebase.js
   

5. Use the sample file provided:

   firebase.sample.js
   

6. Replace placeholders with your actual Firebase credentials

Usage

1. Start the development server:

   npm run dev
   

2. Access the application in your browser at http://localhost:5173

Deployment (Firebase Hosting)

1. Install Firebase CLI:

   npm install -g firebase-tools
   

2. Login to Firebase:

   firebase login
   

3. Initialize project:

   firebase init
   

4. Deploy:

   firebase deploy
   

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you encounter issues or have suggestions, please create an issue or submit a pull request.