This program enables continuous monitoring of one or more folders and manages the files within them, specifically sorting added files in the observed folder(s) into various subfolders.

To run the program, you need to install the following Python libraries:

• dotenv: Install with pip3 install python-dotenv link
  
• watchdog: Install with pip3 install watchdog link

To execute the program, create a .env file and initialize the variables as follows:

• PATH_TO_SCAN: Path to be scanned
  
• PATH_IMAGE: Path to the image folder
  
• PATH_VIDEO: Path to the video folder
  
• PATH_DOCUMENTS: Path to the documents folder
  
• PATH_COMPRESSED: Path to the compressed files folder
  
• PATH_EXECUTABLES: Path to the executables folder
  
• PATH_NOT_RECOGNIZED: Path to the unrecognized files folder
  

If you prefer not to write it manually, you can download a preconfigured .env file from this link.

• PATH_TO_SCAN = "/Users/name/Downloads"
• PATH_DOCUMENTS = "/Users/name/Documents"

For automatic execution, create a link to the .vbs file within the folder:
C:\Users\'USER NAME'\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup

• File Handling: Gained hands-on experience in manipulating files using Python, utilizing functions to read, write, and move files.
• Path Manipulation: Acquired knowledge of constructing and managing file paths, ensuring cross-platform compatibility with methods like os.path.join().
• Directory Interaction: Explored directory operations, such as creating, deleting, and navigating directories, using functions from the os module.
• Error Handling: Developed an understanding of handling potential errors, enhancing the script's robustness and reliability.
• Operating System Interaction: Deepened comprehension of Python's interaction with the underlying operating system for effective file and folder management.
• Documentation: Creating clear and concise documentation, such as this README file, helps users understand the purpose and usage of the script.

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• 📧 Email: [email protected]
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