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-# coding-project-template
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+# coding-project-template
+# coding-project-template
+
+# Simple Interest Calculator
+
+This project calculates the simple interest based on user input for the principal, rate of interest, and time period.
+
+## Installation
+
+1. Fork the repository and clone it.
+2. Open index.html in a web browser.
+
+## Usage
+
+1. Enter the principal amount.
+2. Enter the rate of interest.
+3. Enter the time period.
+4. Click on "Calculate" to view the result.
+
+## Author
+
+This project was forked by [Dharshnilingam].