Project Description: Python Bot for Curating and Sharing Tech Jobs in the Caribbean
Objective:
Develop a Python-based bot that automates the process of curating technology-related job postings from Caribbean-focused job websites, such as CaribbeanJobs, JobCheckup, and other relevant platforms. The bot will share these curated job listings in a Telegram community chat and the Caribbean Dev Forum, fostering better access to tech job opportunities for developers and tech professionals in the region.
Key Features:
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Web Scraping and Job Aggregation:
- Scrape job postings from platforms like CaribbeanJobs, JobCheckup, and other identified websites.
- Filter listings to include only technology-related roles (e.g., software development, IT support, data science).
- Extract key details: job title, location, company, job description, application link, and deadlines.
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Data Cleaning and Deduplication:
- Ensure that job postings are relevant, complete, and non-redundant.
- Normalize data formatting for consistent presentation.
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Job Posting Scheduler:
- Automatically post jobs at predefined intervals to avoid spamming the community platforms.
- Include configurable settings for posting frequency and batch size.
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Telegram Integration:
- Utilize Telegram Bot API to post job listings in the designated community chat.
- Format posts for readability, including emojis or bullet points for emphasis.
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Forum Integration:
- Share job listings in the Caribbean Dev Forum, ensuring compatibility with the forum’s posting format and rules.
- Provide options for tagging or categorizing posts appropriately.
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Error Handling and Monitoring:
- Implement logging to monitor scraping issues, failed postings, or rate-limiting errors.
- Send notifications for critical issues requiring manual intervention.
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Customization and Scalability:
- Allow configuration of additional job sources.
- Enable keyword-based filters to prioritize specific roles or technologies.
Technology Stack:
- Python Libraries: BeautifulSoup or Scrapy for web scraping, Requests for HTTP requests, Telegram Bot API for Telegram integration.
- Scheduler: APScheduler or Celery for task scheduling.
- Database (Optional): SQLite or PostgreSQL for storing job data temporarily or for deduplication.
Expected Outcomes:
- A streamlined process for disseminating tech job opportunities in the Caribbean.
- Improved visibility of regional tech roles, fostering growth in the local tech ecosystem.
Potential Enhancements:
- Add user feedback mechanisms (e.g., job reaction emojis in Telegram).
- Build a small dashboard to track metrics like jobs posted and user engagement.
- Expand to other communication platforms like Slack or Discord in the future.