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UID:pretalx-devconf-us-2025-8M3QTA@pretalx.devconf.info
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DESCRIPTION:Many software tools and services come with APIs that simplify i
 ntegration and automation\, allowing disparate services to communicate and
  data to flow freely. But what happens when a critical API is missing\, in
 complete\, or otherwise constrained? This presentation tackles that common
  challenge\, exploring how to create powerful automation solutions when tr
 aditional methods fail.\nWe will dive into practical\, real-world examples
 \, demonstrating how to leverage techniques such as web scraping and intel
 ligent data extraction to work around missing APIs and achieve your goals.
  Crucially\, we will also discuss scenarios where creating a custom automa
 tion solution is not the best strategy\, providing a balanced perspective 
 on when to build and when to reconsider. Attendees will leave with a pract
 ical framework for tackling difficult automation problems and a clearer un
 derstanding of how to navigate these challenging situations effectively.
DTSTAMP:20260311T011813Z
LOCATION:101 (Capacity 48)
SUMMARY:We can automate that! - Zack Zlotnik
URL:https://pretalx.devconf.info/devconf-us-2025/talk/8M3QTA/
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