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 Grounds for Support is a full-stack web application designed to facilitate donations ("buying a coffee") using Stripe. It demonstrates a modern integration of a React frontend with an ASP.NET Core backend, handling secure payments, webhooks, and data persistence.
 
-## 🚀 Features
+## Features
 
 - **Secure Donations**: Integrated with Stripe Payment Intents for secure transaction processing.
 - **Custom Amounts**: Users can specify their donation amount, name, and a personal message.
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 - **Rate Limiting**: API endpoints are protected against abuse.
 - **Responsive Design**: Works seamlessly on desktop and mobile.
 
-## 🛠️ Tech Stack
+## Tech Stack
 
 ### Frontend