The Stock Chart Tool allows users to visualize and interact with stock data from various companies. Users can search for specific stock tickers, such as Google (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), or Tesla (TSLA), and many others, to retrieve detailed candlestick and line charts that track stock performance over the past year. The tool offers a highly interactive experience, allowing users to zoom in on specific time periods, pan across the timeline, and toggle between chart types for a more tailored view.

Additional features include options to download stock data in CSV or JSON format for further analysis, or saving the chart as a PNG image. The app is built using Django for the backend, with data visualization powered by Plotly.js, which provides responsive, real-time charts.

Stock data is sourced from Yahoo Finance via the yFinance library, which ensures that users have access to reliable, up-to-date information. Data is stored in the database and refreshed daily to optimize performance and reduce redundant API calls, enabling quick access to the latest stock prices without delays. Users can seamlessly switch between candlestick and line chart views to analyze the data from different perspectives, making the Stock Chart Tool a flexible and powerful resource for financial insights.

This tool is designed for users who need an easy-to-use interface to track stock performance over time, whether for personal investment tracking, academic research, or market analysis. It combines intuitive charting features with reliable data sourcing, providing a streamlined experience for users of all backgrounds.

To use the Stock Chart Tool, simply enter a stock ticker symbol in the search bar (e.g., GOOGL for Google, MSFT for Microsoft, TSLA for Tesla), and press the "Search" button. The tool will fetch and display the stock data in either a candlestick or line chart, depending on the selected chart type.

Additional features include:

• Toggle between candlestick and line chart views using the "Toggle Line/Candlestick" button.
• Save the chart as a PNG image for offline use.
• Download the stock data as a CSV or JSON file for further analysis.

You can find stock tickers on Yahoo Finance.