⌨️ RapidType: Typing Speed Tester

RapidType is a Python-based Typing Speed Tester designed to help users measure and improve their typing speed. Using a Tkinter interface, this tool tracks typing speed over a timed session and provides instant feedback, making it ideal for those looking to enhance their typing skills.

📋 Table of Contents

1. 📖 Project Overview
2. ✨ Features
3. 💻 Technologies Used
4. ⚙️ Setup and Installation
5. 🚀 Usage
6. 🔮 Future Work
7. 🖼️ Sample Screenshots
8. 🙌 Acknowledgments

📖 Project Overview

RapidType is a Typing Speed Tester that calculates words per minute (WPM) over a 60-second timed session. The GUI displays words to type, tracks time, and calculates WPM. This project is perfect for anyone wanting to test or improve their typing speed.

✨ Features

• ⏲️ Typing Timer: 60-second countdown for each test session.
• 📄 Real-time Word Display: Shows typed words on the left and upcoming words on the right.
• 📊 WPM Calculation: Calculates words typed per minute and displays the result.
• 🖱️ Interactive GUI: Built with Tkinter for an engaging user experience.

💻 Technologies Used

• Python: Main programming language used for the application.
• Tkinter: For the graphical user interface (GUI).
• Random Module: Generates random words for each test session, adding variety.

⚙️ Setup and Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/rapidtype-typing-speed-tester.git
   cd rapidtype-typing-speed-tester

2. Install dependencies (Tkinter is pre-installed with Python):

   pip install tkinter

3. Run the application:

   python typing_speed_tester.py

🚀 Usage

1. Launch RapidType: Open the application to start the typing test.
2. Type the Words: Type the displayed words as quickly and accurately as possible.
3. Check Results: At the end of the timer, see your WPM score to track progress.

🔮 Future Work

• 📱 Multi-Device Compatibility: Expand to mobile and tablet platforms.
• 🎨 Enhanced GUI: Refine the interface for a more immersive experience.
• 📝 Custom Text Options: Allow users to select different texts for practice.
• 💬 Feedback Section: Add an option for users to leave feedback.

🖼️ Sample Screenshots

• Main Screen
  

• Typing Test in Progress
  

• Results Display
  

🙌 Acknowledgments

This project was developed as part of the curriculum for SRM University - AP, Andhra Pradesh.