CLI Currency Converter

A command-line interface (CLI) based currency converter developed in TypeScript using Inquirer.

Description

This simple tool allows users to convert currency values from one currency to another using current exchange rates. It provides a straightforward interface where users can select the currency they want to convert from, the currency they want to convert to, and enter the amount they wish to convert.

Features

• Easy-to-use CLI interface.
• Supports conversion between multiple currencies.
• Validates user input to ensure accurate conversions.
• Displays converted amount with clear formatting.

Available Currencies

The following currencies are supported for conversion:

• USD (United States Dollar)
• EUR (Euro)
• GBP (British Pound Sterling)
• CNY (Chinese Yuan)
• JPY (Japanese Yen)
• INR (Indian Rupee)
• PKR (Pakistani Rupee)
• SAR (Saudi Riyal)
• AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham)

Installation

To use the currency converter, you need to have Node.js and npm installed on your system. Then, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository to your local machine:

2. Navigate to the project directory:

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install

Usage

Once installed, you can use the currency converter by running the following command:

npx piaic-currency-converter

Follow the prompts on the screen to select the currency you want to convert from, the currency you want to convert to, and enter the amount you wish to convert.

Configuration

The base currency for conversion is set to USD by default. You can modify the currencyList object in the index.ts file to add or remove currencies and their exchange rates as needed.

Dependencies

• Inquirer: A collection of common interactive command-line user interfaces.
• Chalk: Terminal string styling done right.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments

• This project was developed as part of a coding exercise.
• Special thanks to the developers of Inquirer and Chalk for their excellent libraries.