Created a Pokémon-inspired GitHub profile card generator with 18 types, live stats, and compatibility with READMEs

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Enhance Your GitHub Profile with a Pokémon-Themed Dynamic Profile Card

Are you looking to add a fun and vibrant touch to your GitHub profile? I’ve recently developed a unique, Pokémon-inspired GitHub profile card generator that offers an engaging way to showcase your stats directly within your README. Here’s a detailed overview of this innovative tool designed to bring your GitHub profile to life.

What This Profile Card Generator Offers

  • Customizable and animated profile cards tailored for your GitHub README
  • Selection from 18 different Pokémon types to personalize your card’s aesthetic
  • Real-time display of your GitHub statistics, including followers, stars, repositories, and recent activity
  • Seamless integration directly within your README files—no need for external images or screenshots
  • Your profile picture embedded efficiently as a base64-encoded image for optimal display

How to Integrate the Profile Card

Adding this feature to your GitHub profile is straightforward. Simply include the following Markdown snippet in your README file, replacing ‘YOUR_USERNAME’ with your GitHub username and selecting your preferred Pokémon type:

markdown
![My GitHub Stats](https://animated-profile-stats.vercel.app/api/card?username=YOUR_USERNAME&type=fire)

Example Types You Can Choose From

  • Fire: ?type=fire
  • Water: ?type=water
  • Electric: ?type=electric
  • Dragon: ?type=dragon

Check Out a Live Example

See the profile card in action at this demo link: Live Profile Card Demo

Explore the Code and Customize

The complete source code is available on GitHub, allowing you to customize the design or incorporate additional Pokémon types. Visit the repository here: GitHub Repository

Why I Created This Tool

Traditional solutions often rely on static images or external hosting to display profile stats, which can be cumbersome. My generator produces dynamic SVGs that update in real-time by fetching data from the GitHub API, ensuring your profile information is always current and displayed elegantly within your README.

Would you consider adding a Pokémon-themed profile card to your GitHub portfolio? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this fun way to showcase your developer journey!


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