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+# Project 9: Currency Converter 💱
+
+## Overview
+
+This Python program is a simple currency converter that allows users to convert between different currencies. It fetches real-time exchange rates from an API and performs the conversion based on user input.
+
+## Features
+
+- Fetches real-time exchange rates from a currency API.
+- Converts an amount from one currency to another.
+- Supports various currencies.
+
+## How to Run 🚀
+
+Clone the repository:
+
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/your-username/currency-converter.git
+   ```
+Navigate to the project directory:
+
+```bash
+cd currency-converter
+```
+Install the required library:
+
+```bash
+pip install requests
+```
+Run the Python script:
+
+```bash
+python currency_converter.py
+```
+
+Follow the prompts to perform currency conversions.
+
+Example
+```bash
+$ python currency_converter.py
+
+Welcome to Currency Converter!
+
+Enter the amount: 100
+Enter the source currency code (e.g., USD): USD
+Enter the target currency code (e.g., EUR): EUR
+
+Converting 100 USD to EUR...
+
+Result: 82.32 EUR
+```