Tweet Archive Converter

A simple script to convert tweets.js files from a Twitter download into a CSV file.

Easiest Way to Run

1. Get the Code and Setup the Codespace:

   • Click the green Code button on the GitHub repository.
   • Create an account or sign in if you haven’t already, and then click Codespace and select New Codespace from the dropdown.

2. Upload the tweets.js file:

   • Drag the tweets.js file from the data folder of your Twitter download right under README.md in the Codespace.

3. Open the Terminal:

   • If the terminal is not already open:
     • Windows: Press Ctrl + P to open the command palette, then type terminal: create new terminal and press Enter.
     • macOS: Press Cmd + P to open the command palette, then type terminal: create new terminal and press Enter.

4. Run the Script:

   • Type python converter.py in the terminal and then press Enter.

5. Get the CSV File:

   • A file named tweets.csv will be generated in the same directory, containing the converted tweet data.
   • To download the tweets.csv:
     • Navigate to the file in your Codespace.
     • Right-click on the file and select 'Download'.
     • Choose the destination on your local machine where you want to save the file and confirm the download.