fatratkiller / web3-airdrop-calendar-generator

Airdrop Calendar Generator

This project generates an ICS calendar file containing cryptocurrency airdrop events for 2024. It is designed to be collaborative, allowing community members to contribute with new events and updates.

Prerequisites

Before running the script, ensure you have Python and the necessary libraries installed on your system.

Installing Python

If you don't have Python installed, download and install it from python.org. Follow the installation instructions for your operating system.

Installing ics Library

Open your terminal (Command Prompt or PowerShell on Windows, Terminal on macOS and Linux) and run the following command:

pip install ics

Usage

Clone the repository or download the generate_calendar.py script. Open your terminal and navigate to the directory where you downloaded the script. Run the script using Python:

python generate_calendar.py

The script will generate an Airdrop_Calendar.ics file in the same directory.

Import the generated Airdrop_Calendar.ics file into your calendar application.

Importing the Calendar into Apple iPhone

To import the generated .ics file into your iPhone's calendar, follow one of these methods:

Method 1: Via Outlook Email

Send an Email: Attach the generated .ics file and send it to an email address accessible on your iPhone. Open Email: Open the email on your iPhone and download the .ics file attachment. Import Events: Tap on the attachment to open it, which usually brings up an option to add all events to your calendar.

Method 2: Via iCloud

Log in to iCloud.com: Use a computer to go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID. Open Calendar: Click on the Calendar icon. Import Events: Click the settings icon (gear-shaped) at the bottom left, choose "Import File," and select your .ics file. Complete Import: The events will sync across all devices using the same Apple ID, including your iPhone.

Method 3: Via AirDrop

Use AirDrop on Mac: Right-click the .ics file in Finder, choose "Share" > "AirDrop." Select Your iPhone: Choose your iPhone in the AirDrop window. Accept the File: On your iPhone, accept the incoming AirDrop. Import Calendar Events: After receiving the file, tap to open and add the events to your calendar.

Troubleshooting iPhone Import Issues

If you encounter issues importing the calendar on your iPhone, try the following: Ensure Mail App Access to Calendar Go to "Settings" > "Mail" > "Accounts" and make sure "Calendars" is enabled for your email account. Use a Different Mail Client If you're using the iOS Mail app, try a different email client like Gmail or Outlook to open the .ics file. Manually Add Events to Calendar Open the email with the .ics file in the Mail app, tap on the attachment, and look for an "Add" button or similar option to save events to the calendar. Restart Your Device Sometimes a simple restart can fix temporary software issues. Press and quickly release the volume up and down buttons, then press and hold the side button until the Apple logo appears. Check Calendar Settings Go to "Settings" > "Calendar" to ensure you have a default calendar selected and that your calendar account is enabled. Use File Sharing Services Alternatively, use iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or other file-sharing services to upload the .ics file, then access and open it on your iPhone, which might trigger the option to add it to the calendar.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! Please refer to CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines on how to make contributions.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.