Puppeteer is a Node.js library for automating web browsers and extracting data from websites. In this course, you’ll learn how to harness the full potential of Puppeteer to scrape data from the web efficiently and effectively.
You’ll start with an introduction to web scraping, covering the basics and its applications. Next, you’ll delve into Puppeteer fundamentals, including setup, web page navigation, and data extraction using selectors. Advanced concepts like handling pagination, scrolling, and authentication for dynamic websites will be explored. You’ll also learn how to store scraped data in various formats, including JSON and CSV, and best practices for web scraping. Finally, you’ll explore the future directions of web scraping.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to apply your web scraping skills to gather data for analysis, research, or automation purposes, opening up new opportunities in your career.
Puppeteer is a Node.js library for automating web browsers and extracting data from websites. In this course, you’ll learn how t...Show More
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
An understanding of web scraping and its applications
Knowledge of Puppeteer from basics to advanced concepts
Familiarity with exporting scraped data to different formats
Hands-on experience with Puppeteer on real-world examples
The ability to debug and troubleshoot issues
An understanding of best practices in web scraping
An understanding of web scraping and its applications
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Content
1.
Introduction
2 Lessons
Get familiar with web scraping fundamentals, ethical practices, and Puppeteer techniques for data extraction.
2.
Introduction to Web Scraping
5 Lessons
Look at the fundamentals of web scraping, its importance, website architecture, and legal considerations.
3.
Puppeteer Fundamentals
9 Lessons
Go hands-on with web scraping using Puppeteer, from navigation to request interception.
4.
Advanced Concepts
7 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of handling URL parameters, pagination, infinite scrolling, authentication, and captchas in Puppeteer.
5.
Storing Scraped Data
6 Lessons
Map out the steps for storing, exporting, and managing scraped data using Puppeteer.
6.
Scraping a Book Store
8 Lessons
Follow the process of scraping book categories, details, images, and quotes using Puppeteer.
7.
Best Practices for Web Scraping
2 Lessons
Practice using Puppeteer's methods to manage dynamic content and handle errors efficiently.
8.
Conclusion
4 Lessons
Sharpen your skills in web scraping with Puppeteer, ethical practices, and future trends.
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