ahrimdon/apple-contact-export

Python script that extracts contacts from iTunes backup (iOS 13) and saves them to a csv file.

apple-contact-export

Python script to extract contacts from an iTunes backup (iOS 13) and save them as a CSV file. Update the file path (line 13) to where your iTunes backup is located, typically at C:\Users(username)\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup. Look for the file named 31bb7ba8914766d4ba40d6dfb6113c8b614be442. You can also customize the output file's path and name as needed.

Improvements

• Use Context Managers for File and Database Operations: This ensures that resources are properly managed and released, even if an error occurs.

• Streamline Database Querying and Data Handling: Instead of multiple lists, use a single list of dictionaries to store the contact information. This simplifies data handling and makes the code more readable.

• Parameterize Database Path: Instead of hardcoding the database path, it's better to use a function parameter or command-line argument. This makes the script more flexible.

• Efficient Data Writing to CSV: Use the CSV writer directly in the data processing loop to avoid holding all data in memory.

• Improve Comments and Documentation: Clear comments and documentation help in understanding the purpose and functionality of the script.

• Error Handling: Add basic error handling for database and file operations.