International Shipping Cost Calculator for SMBs
Project Overview The International Shipping Cost Calculator for SMBs is a web tool designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) streamline their international shipping processes. By providing accurate shipping cost estimates, delivery timelines, and currency conversions, the tool helps to resolve all the complexities of cross-border trade and expand their reach into global markets.
Features
-User-Friendly Input Form: Collects essential shipping details such as destination, package weight, and dimensions. -Real-Time API Integration: Fetches shipping rates from logistics providers. -Converts costs into multiple currencies using live exchange rates.
-Shipping Cost Calculation: Computes total shipping costs, factoring in weight, dimensions, and destination. -Estimated Delivery Time: Provides users with accurate delivery timelines.
Optional Features:
-Cost comparisons across multiple shipping providers.
-Recommendations for cost-saving options.
Tech Stack
1 .Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React.js (or Vue.js)
2.Backend: Node.js, Express.js
APIs: -Logistics API (e.g., EasyPost) -Currency Conversion API (e.g., CurrencyLayer) -Deployment: Vercel (Frontend), AWS Lambda (Backend) -Version Control: Git, GitHub
How It Works
User Input: Users enter shipment details like destination, weight, and package dimensions.
API Calls: -Logistics API retrieves shipping costs and delivery timelines. -Currency Conversion API converts the costs into the user’s preferred currency. -Calculation: Costs are computed and displayed on the user interface.
Output: The user is presented with: -Estimated shipping cost. -Delivery time. -Optional suggestions for cost optimization. -Getting Started
Prerequisites
Node.js installed on your system. API keys for the logistics and currency conversion APIs.
Installation
Clone this repository:
bash Copy code git clone https://github.com/your-username/international-shipping-calculator.git Navigate to the project directory: bash Copy code cd international-shipping-calculator
Contributors
Raghav Jha Naresh Aman Saroj Kuldeep
License This project is licensed under the MIT License.