Dominic2000code / mail-merge

# Personalized Letter Generator

This Python script automates the creation of personalized letters by combining a template letter with recipient names from a list.

Functionality

1. Loads Recipient Names:
   • Reads a list of names from ./Input/Names/invited_names.txt, removing any leading/trailing whitespace.
2. Loads Letter Template:
   • Reads a template letter from ./Input/Letters/starting_letter.txt.
3. Personalizes Letters:
   • Iterates through the names:
     • Replaces [name] placeholder in the template with the recipient's name.
     • Writes the personalized letter to a separate file in ./Output/ReadyToSend, named letter_for_<name>.txt.

Usage

1. Place files:
   • Ensure the template letter is in ./Input/Letters/starting_letter.txt.
   • Place the recipient names list in ./Input/Names/invited_names.txt, one name per line.
2. Run the script:
   • Execute the Python script.

This will create personalized letters in the ./Output/ReadyToSend directory.

Additional Notes

• Placeholder: The script specifically replaces [name] in the template. Adjust accordingly if using a different placeholder.
• File Paths: The script assumes specific file locations. Modify the assigned variables if needed.

Example Output

Assuming a template letter with "Dear [name]," and a names list containing "Alice" and "Bob":

• The script will generate:
  • ./Output/ReadyToSend/letter_for_Alice.txt containing "Dear Alice,"
  • ./Output/ReadyToSend/letter_for_Bob.txt containing "Dear Bob,"