Flag Simulator Web App Documentation 📖🌐🏳️

Welcome to the official documentation for the Ruby web application variant of the Flag Simulator project. This repository serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding, developing, and contributing to the Flag Simulator Web App.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Features
3. Installation
4. Usage
5. Contributing
6. License
7. Contact
8. Additional Resources

Introduction

The Flag Simulator Web App allows users to create, modify, and display flags from around the world. This project is not just a coding exercise; it aims to promote understanding and appreciation of vexillology—the study of flags. This documentation will guide you through the features, installation, and usage of the application.

Features

• User-Friendly Interface: The web app offers a clean and intuitive design that allows users to navigate easily.
• Custom Flag Creation: Users can create flags by choosing colors, patterns, and symbols.
• Flag Database: Access a rich database of flags from various countries and regions.
• Responsive Design: The application is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices.
• Community Contributions: Users can submit their flag designs for inclusion in the database.

Installation

To get started with the Flag Simulator Web App, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Jagadish-Alavala/Flag-Simulator_WebApp_Ruby_Docs.git

2. Navigate to the Directory:

   cd Flag-Simulator_WebApp_Ruby_Docs

3. Install Dependencies: Make sure you have Ruby installed on your machine. You can check your Ruby version with:

   ruby -v

   If you need to install Bundler, run:

   gem install bundler

   Then, install the necessary gems:

   bundle install

4. Run the Application: Start the server with:

   ruby app.rb

   Open your browser and navigate to http://localhost:4567 to view the application.

Usage

Once the application is running, you can explore its features:

• Creating a Flag: Click on the "Create Flag" button. Use the tools provided to customize your flag. Once satisfied, save your design.
• Viewing Flags: Navigate to the "View Flags" section to see existing flags. You can filter by country or category.
• Submitting Designs: If you have a flag design you would like to share, go to the "Submit Flag" section and fill out the required form.

For more detailed instructions, refer to the sections in this documentation.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community. To contribute to the Flag Simulator Web App, follow these steps:

1. Fork the Repository: Click on the "Fork" button at the top right of the repository page.
2. Create a New Branch:

   git checkout -b feature/YourFeature

3. Make Your Changes: Implement your feature or fix a bug.
4. Commit Your Changes:

   git commit -m "Add your message here"

5. Push to Your Branch:

   git push origin feature/YourFeature

6. Open a Pull Request: Go to the original repository and click on "New Pull Request."

Please ensure that your code follows the existing style and includes tests where applicable.

License

This project is licensed under the GPL-3.0 License. You can view the license details in the LICENSE file.

Contact

For questions or feedback, please reach out to the project maintainer:

• Name: Jagadish Alavala
• Email: [email protected]
• GitHub: Jagadish-Alavala

Additional Resources

For the latest updates and releases, check the Releases section. You can download the latest version of the application from there.

Feel free to explore the topics related to this project:

• Flag
• Vexillology
• Ruby Programming Language

Thank you for your interest in the Flag Simulator Web App. Happy flagging!