---
id: 3-6
title: 3-6 Calendar File Generation (.ics)
status: QA Review
date: 2026-09-27
parent: 3
---

## Description

As a client, I want to receive a calendar file when my booking is approved, So that I can easily add the consultation to my calendar app. Context: Integrates with: Consultation model, email attachments; Technology: iCalendar format (RFC 5545); Follows pattern: Service class for generation. Full implementation history: docs/stories/story-3.6-calendar-file-generation.md

## Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Generate valid .ics file on booking approval
- [ ] File follows iCalendar specification (RFC 5545)
- [ ] Compatible with major calendar apps:
- [ ] Event title: "Consultation with Libra Law Firm" (bilingual)
- [ ] Date and time (correct timezone)
- [ ] Duration: 45 minutes
- [ ] Location (office address or "Phone consultation")
- [ ] Description with:
- [ ] Reminder: 1 hour before
- [ ] Attach to approval email
- [ ] Available for download from client dashboard
- [ ] Proper MIME type (text/calendar)
- [ ] Correct filename (consultation-{date}.ics)
- [ ] Event title in client's preferred language
- [ ] Description in client's preferred language
- [ ] Valid iCalendar format (passes validators)
- [ ] Tests for file generation
- [ ] Tests for calendar app compatibility
- [ ] Tests for bilingual content (Arabic/English)
- [ ] Tests for download route authorization
- [ ] Tests for email attachment