Automating Instagram with Python and Selenium

Explore the world of social media automation in this 30-minute EuroPython Conference talk. Gain insights into growing open-source projects, maintaining community engagement, and navigating the challenges of working with rapidly evolving platforms like Instagram. Learn about the "Page Object" design pattern and its applications in automation. Discover how to use Selenium and Python for Instagram automation, including techniques for interacting with browser elements, handling dynamic content, and implementing AB testing. Understand the importance of open-source development and its potential career implications. Get practical tips on creating robust automation scripts, working with Instagram's features and API, and overcoming common obstacles in social media automation.

Introduction
Why should you automate
What is Selenium
Testing
Browser Element
Action Chain
Loading New Content
Finding Hard Elements
Testing the Script
AB Testing
Page Object Design Pattern
Instagram Login Form
Instagram Pie
Features
Instagram API
Open Source
Job Offers
Tips
Support