Embedded Files
A simple currency converter, converting currencies has never been easier!
A simple currency converter, converting currencies has never been easier!
Progressive Web App (PWA), API Integration, Open Source
ย Timeline: Jul 2023 - Nov 2024
A minimalist currency conversion web app lets users convert any amount between global currencies with real-time exchange rates.
A minimalist currency conversion web app lets users convert any amount between global currencies with real-time exchange rates.
Itโs optimised for mobile as a PWA (Progressive Web App), supports link sharing with pre-filled values, and includes quick-swap functionality for added convenience.
Itโs optimised for mobile as a PWA (Progressive Web App), supports link sharing with pre-filled values, and includes quick-swap functionality for added convenience.
๐ What It Does
๐ What It Does
๐ Convert currencies in real-time
๐ Shareable URLs (e.g., ?from=SGD&to=MYR&value=100)
๐ Swap button to reverse currencies
๐ฒ Fully installable as a PWA
๐พ Works offline once installed (PWA behaviour)
๐ Offline Rate Storage: Use last-fetched rates without internet
๐ง Tech Stacks
๐ง Tech Stacks
Frameworks: Vanilla JavaScript, HTML, CSS
API: ExchangeRate-API
UX: URL-based currency/value presets, One-tap swap & convert functions, Clean, mobile-friendly interface
PWA: Install prompt support, Offline-ready once loaded, Home screen shortcuts for quick access
๐งญ How It Works
๐งญ How It Works
Input your amount
Select the original and target currency
Tap Convert
Use the Swap button to flip the currency direction
Share the result via URL with ?from, to, and value parameters
โน๏ธ Default conversion is SGD โ MYR with value 1. This is intended and not a bug.
๐ง In Progress / Future Ideas
๐ง In Progress / Future Ideas
๐น Currency Trend Graphs: Visualise exchange history
๐ Multi-Currency Mode: Convert one currency to multiple at once
๐ Language Localisation: Support for multiple languages
Google Sites
Report abuse