KTCL-Balance-Checker

-Script to automatically send whatsapp message if Kadama bus transport card is low on balance. This Python script checks your KTCL smart card balance and sends a WhatsApp notification if the balance is below a certain threshold.

Features

• Scrapes KTCL website for card balance
• Sends an automatic WhatsApp message if balance is low
• Uses WhatsApp Web for messaging (requires login)

Requirements

• Python 3.x
• Web browser installed (for WhatsApp Web automation)
• Required Python libraries (install using requirements.txt)
• Configure own whatsapp number and details in the script.

Installation

1. Clone or download this repository.
2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage

1. Run the script:

   python ktc.py

2. Enter your KTCL card number and WhatsApp phone number when prompted.
3. The script will fetch your balance and send a WhatsApp message if the balance is low.

Automating on Windows Task Scheduler

1. Open Task Scheduler (taskschd.msc via Run dialog Win + R).
2. Click Create Basic Task and name it appropriately.
3. Choose Daily or your preferred schedule.
4. Select Start a Program, then browse for python.exe.
5. Add arguments: path\to\ktc.py.
6. Click Finish to schedule the task.

Automating on Linux (Cron Job)

1. Open Terminal and type:

   crontab -e

2. Add the following line to schedule it daily at 9 AM:

   0 9 * * * /usr/bin/python3 /path/to/ktc.py

3. Save and exit. Use crontab -l to verify the scheduled job.

Notes

• WhatsApp Web must be logged in.
• This script relies on web scraping, so any changes to the KTCL website may break functionality.

Disclaimer

This project is for educational purposes only. Use at your own risk.