URLShortener

Overview

URLShortener is a simple Java application that allows users to shorten URLs from the command line. Utilizing a straightforward interface, it interacts with users through the terminal, providing a quick way to convert long URLs into more manageable, shortened versions.

Features

• Simple CLI: Easy-to-use command-line interface for shortening URLs.
• Immediate Feedback: Provides instant shortened URLs for any valid input.
• Error Handling: Gracefully handles invalid URLs by notifying the user.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Java Development Kit (JDK), version 8 or later.

Installation

1. Clone the repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/jimerrills/showTracker.git

2. Compile JAR

   mvn clean install

3. Navigate to jar location & run

   java -jar urlshortener-1.0-SNAPSHOT.jar