/Personal-bookshelf

Personal Bookshelf is a user-centric web app allowing seamless searches of favorite books via the Open Library API, and the creation of a personalized, persistent virtual bookshelf in the browser.

Primary LanguageJavaScript

Personal Bookshelf

A React-based application that allows users to search for books using the Open Library API and maintain a personal bookshelf in the browser using localStorage.

About the Project

The objective of this project is to provide users with a seamless experience to search for their favorite books and keep track of them in a personal space called "My Bookshelf". Users can add books from search results to their shelf and have the flexibility to remove them as they wish.

Built With

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Ensure you have Node.js and npm installed on your local machine. You can verify if you do by running:

node -v
npm -v

Installation & Setup

  1. Clone the repository:

    git clone https://github.com/your-github-username/personal-bookshelf.git
  2. Navigate to the project directory:

    cd personal-bookshelf
  3. Install the required dependencies: This step is crucial for setting up all the necessary dependencies used in the project.

    npm install
  4. Start the local development server:

    npm start

    Once you run this command, the application will start, and it will be accessible at http://localhost:3000 in your preferred web browser.

  5. Visit the application at http://localhost:3000 in your browser to view the app!

Contributing

Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.

Contact

For any queries or feedback, reach out to sggopi2002@gmail.com.

Known Issues

  • There are currently no known issues. If you encounter any, please report them.

Future Enhancements

  • Implementing user accounts for more personalized bookshelves.
  • Enhancing search capabilities with filters and sorts.