Astro pointer bot (stylized as astro* bot;†) is a simple and easy-to-use telegram bot that provides you with stargazing and astronomical information.
Make sure you have a Telegram user account. Send the command /start to astro* bot; at @AstroPointerBot, and you will be greeted with some instructions.
Alternatively, you may refer to a full tutorial on how to make the best use of this bot, or go through the documentation page in the wiki.
Ever wondered what those cool patterns of stars are called up there in the night sky? No worries, we've got your back with a nifty star map! Our bot can hook you up with a personalized star map (or sky chart) based on your location. Just hit us up with the /starmap command, and we'll help you set things up. Or if you're feeling impatient and need that star map pronto, go ahead and shoot us a /starmap -s command. We're here to make your stargazing adventures a breeze!
Want the scoop on the latest astronomical data for your chosen location? Just give us a shout with the /astrodata command, and we'll fill you in on all the cosmic details. Trust me, you won't miss a beat when it comes to catching those epic sunrises or sunsets with your loved ones. So let's stay in the know and make the most of those magical celestial moments together!
Okay, so meteorology and astronomy might be worlds apart, but they can definitely impact each other. Before embarking on a mind-blowing stargazing adventure, it's wise to stay in the loop about the weather conditions. Just drop a /weather command to our bot, and we'll dish out all the juicy weather data for your chosen location. Because let's face it, nobody wants rainclouds raining on their cosmic parade. Stay prepared and keep those telescopes ready for action!
When it comes to astronomy, it's not all about the mesmerizing night sky. Our beloved Sun, the ultimate powerhouse, deserves some love too! Brace yourself for stunning, up-to-the-minute sun images that will leave you in awe. Just hit us up with a /sun command, and we'll deliver a jaw-dropping snapshot of the Sun's radiant glory straight to your screen. These images are so fresh, they're usually captured every 15 minutes! Let's shine some light on the wonders of our cosmic neighborhood!
Did you know that the International Space Station (ISS) completes a full orbit around Earth in just 90 minutes? Talk about speed! But fear not, we've got you covered with the /iss command. Consider yourself a cosmic observer, standing at a distance from our blue planet, as you track the ISS's fascinating journey through space. Get ready to witness the marvel of human exploration like never before.
Tired of constantly asking for updates and wish you could get notifications instead? Well, we've got just the thing for you! Introducing the mighty /sub [features] [timings] command. With this power in your hands, you can subscribe to any of the awesome features mentioned above and receive timely notifications whenever you please. Want to take a break? No worries! Just send /unsub [features] to gracefully unsubscribe. Read the tutorial for more information on this wonderful subscription system.
† Sidenotes: The name of this project/bot is inspired by the C/C++ language. Now, you might be wondering: why wasn't this project in C/C++? Well, glad you asked. The reason is that Python is easier to learn and use for a novice like myself. In hindsight, CPython is built on top of C. So yeah, I can C the relation between this name and Python :)
* Note: Cringe paragraphs generated by ChatGPT. May revert to my own text in the future.