Harvard Style Reference Generator

Welcome to the Harvard Style Reference Generator, a tool designed to help students and researchers generate references in the Harvard style, particuarly based off the standards used at the University of South Wales (USW). This project aims to streamline the citation process, saving time and ensuring consistency in referencing.

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🚨 Disclaimer

This project is not affiliated, associated, authorized, or endorsed by the University of South Wales. It is a privately developed tool created for educational purposes, intended to assist users in generating references in the USW Harvard style.

This project is offered free of charge and is accessible to anyone, including USW students and others requiring Harvard-style references.

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💡 Features

• Generate accurate Harvard style references for:
  • Books
  • Journal articles
  • Websites
  • Reports
  • More...
• User-friendly interface for quick reference creation

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🔧 Installation and Usage

You can either run the tool via Python or use the pre-built executable file for quick access.

Option 1: Run via Python

Clone the Repository

git clone https://https://github.com/aerh3f01/reference_gen.git
cd reference_gen

Install Dependencies

pip install -r requirements.txt

Run the Application

python main.py

Option 2: Use the Executable File

For users who prefer a quick setup, download the latest executable file from the Releases page. Simply run the .exe file to start the generator.

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📚 How to Use

1. Select the type of reference you want to generate.
2. Fill in the required details (e.g., author, title, year).
3. Click "Generate" to create the reference.
4. Copy the reference to your clipboard.

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