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+# Python Quiz CI/CD Pipeline with GitHub Actions and Render
+
+## Description
+This project demonstrates a continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline using GitHub Actions and Render. It includes automated Cypress tests that run on pull requests to the `develop` branch and automatic deployment to Render when changes are merged to the `main` branch.
+
+## Features
+- **CI/CD Pipeline**: Automates testing and deployment, ensuring high code quality and seamless integration.
+- **Automated Tests**: Integrates Cypress tests to validate all new features and fixes.
+- **Deployment**: Uses Render for hosting, showcasing real-world application deployment.
+
+## Technologies Used
+- **Cypress**: For writing and executing end-to-end tests.
+- **GitHub Actions**: For automating tests and deployment.
+- **Render**: As the deployment platform.
+- [Other technologies used in the project, e.g., React, Node.js, etc.]
+
+## Getting Started
+
+### Prerequisites
+- Node.js [version]
+- npm
+- Any other specific dependencies or global installations.
+
+### Installation
+
+1. Clone the repository:
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/gallerymiguel/CI-CD-and-Testing
+   ```
+2. Install dependencies:
+   ```bash
+   npm install
+   ```
+3. Set up local environment variables needed.
+
+### Running Locally
+To run the application locally:
+```bash
+npm start
+```
+
+### Running Tests
+To execute tests using Cypress:
+```bash
+npm run test
+```
+
+## CI/CD Pipeline
+
+### GitHub Actions
+- **Test Workflow**: Runs on pull requests to `develop`. Validates all changes by running Cypress tests.
+- **Deployment Workflow**: Triggers on merge to `main`. Automatically deploys the application to Render.
+
+### Render Deployment
+- **URL**: [https://your-app.onrender.com](https://film-tracker-ci-cd-and-testing.onrender.com) (example URL)
+- Deployment is triggered via GitHub Actions upon code merge.
+
+## Contributing
+Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.
+
+## License
+[MIT](https://choosealicense.com/licenses/mit/)
+