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Scraping of Web Applications book
https://github.com/ilyazub/scraping-web-applications

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Scraping of Web Applications book

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/ilyazub/scraping-web-applications
• Owner: ilyazub
• License: gpl-3.0
• Created: 2023-03-31T02:01:29.000Z (about 2 years ago)
• Default Branch: main
• Last Pushed: 2023-03-31T03:38:19.000Z (about 2 years ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-02-02T03:29:53.278Z (4 months ago)
• Topics: book, ebook, education, programming, web-scraping, webscraping
• Homepage: https://ilyazub.gitbook.io/scraping-web-apps/
• Size: 27.3 KB
• Stars: 1
• Watchers: 3
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 8
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  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE

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description: An outline for the book to be written.

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# Outline

1. [Introduction](introduction.md)

   * Overview of web scraping and its practical applications

   * Introduce the concept of atomic habits and explain their relevance to learning web scraping.

   * Encourage readers to set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals for their web scraping journey.

2. Understanding Web Applications

   * Understanding static and dynamic web pages

   * Introduction to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

   * Develop a habit of regularly exploring different websites and identifying static and dynamic elements.

3. Browser Developer Tools, CSS Selectors, and XPath

   * Inspecting web pages and identifying elements

   * Mastering CSS selectors and XPath for web scraping

   * Set a SMART goal for becoming proficient with browser developer tools, CSS selectors, and XPath

   * Make it a routine to inspect web pages using developer tools and practice identifying CSS selectors during your daily browsing.

4. Techniques for Scraping JavaScript-Generated Content

   * Understanding AJAX requests and responses

   * Working with the DOM and modifying page content

   * Set a SMART goal for mastering techniques for scraping JavaScript-generated content

   * Make it a routine to inspect web pages using developer tools and practice identifying CSS selectors during your daily browsing

5. Building Scalable and Robust Web Scraping Systems

   * Design principles for scalable web scraping systems

   * Handling errors, proxies, and CAPTCHAs

   * Set a SMART goal for building a robust and scalable web scraping system

   * Allocate time each week to experiment with different web scraping tools and build mini-projects to reinforce your learning.

6. Legal and Ethical Considerations

   * Understanding the legality of web scraping and its potential ethical implications

   * Set a SMART goal for understanding legal and ethical considerations for web scraping

   * Stay informed about web scraping regulations and ethical guidelines by following industry news and participating in relevant online communities.

7. Alternatives to Web Scraping

   * Understanding when web scraping is not the best option

   * Introduction to APIs and other data sources

   * Set a SMART goal for exploring alternatives to web scraping

   * Dedicate time each month to explore new APIs, read documentation, and build small projects using these alternative data sources.

8. Making Money with Web Scraping

   * Identifying potential monetization strategies for web scraping projects

   * Introduction to data analysis and visualization

   * Set a SMART goal for monetizing a web scraping project

   * Network with other web scraping professionals and potential clients, and continuously refine your skills and services based on market demand.

9. Conclusion

   * Recap of key concepts and best practices

   * Reflection on personal progress and accomplishments

   * Set a SMART goal for future web scraping projects and personal development.

   * Continue to practice and refine your web scraping skills, staying up-to-date with industry trends and new technologies.