Guide to install and run Termin bot
Simplifying the Berlin Visa Appointment Process with Automation
Are you struggling to secure an appointment with the Landesamt für Einwanderung (Ausländerbehörde) in Berlin for your visa application? You’re not alone. The process can be daunting, with limited slots and high demand making it challenging to book a convenient time.
This is a short blog for non-developers. I know how you suffer, so I provide this simple guide to ease your burden.
Fortunately, there’s a solution that I made: the Berlin Visa Appointment Macro. This Selenium-based bot is designed to streamline the appointment booking process, making it easier for anyone to navigate. Whether you’re a tech whiz or a novice, this tool can help you secure your appointment without the stress.
Getting Started
Step 0: Determine Your Operating System
Before diving in, make sure you know whether you’re using Windows or macOS. This information will help guide you through the installation process.
For Windows Users
- Step 1: Install Visual Studio Code (VSCode)
- Download VSCode for free from the official website.
- Step 2: Install Git
- Download Git for Windows from the official website.
- Step 3: Clone and Run the Bot
- Head over to the GitHub repository for the Berlin Visa Appointment Macro.
- Clone the repository to your local machine using the following command:
git clone https://github.com/ccomkhj/berlin-visa-termin-macro.git
- Follow the instructions in the README file to set up and run the bot.
For macOS Users
- Step 1: Install Visual Studio Code (VSCode)
- Download VSCode for free from the official website.
- Step 2: Install Git
- Git comes pre-installed on macOS. You can verify its installation by opening Terminal and typing
git --version
. - If Git is not installed, you can download and install it from the official website.
- Git comes pre-installed on macOS. You can verify its installation by opening Terminal and typing
- Step 3: Clone and Run the Bot
- Head over to the GitHub repository for the Berlin Visa Appointment Macro.
- Clone the repository to your local machine using the following command:
git clone https://github.com/ccomkhj/berlin-visa-termin-macro.git
- Follow the instructions in the README file to set up and run the bot.
How It Works
The Berlin Visa Appointment Macro automates the process of checking for available appointments on the Landesamt für Einwanderung’s booking page. Using Selenium, the bot continuously monitors the site for open slots. When an appointment becomes available, the bot notifies you via a Slack message and an audible alert, ensuring you never miss an opportunity to secure your appointment.
Why Use This Bot?
Booking a visa appointment in Berlin can be a frustrating experience, with appointments often scarce and in high demand. This bot levels the playing field by providing an open-source solution to automate the process. Whether you’re a seasoned programmer or a complete beginner, you can benefit from the simplicity and efficiency of this tool.
Don’t let the appointment booking process stress you out. Try the Berlin Visa Appointment Macro today and take the hassle out of securing your visa appointment in Berlin!