Multi-Domain Data Extraction Expert Needed

  • Status: Closed
  • Prize: £10
  • Entries Received: 12

Contest Brief

I'm searching for a competent web scraper adept in utilizing Python, JavaScript, or Ruby for my project. The main objective is to extract specific structured data such as tables and lists from diverse websites spanning numerous domains.

Ideal Skills:

- Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or Ruby
- Experience with BeautifulSoup/Scrapy
- Strong comprehension of HTML/CSS
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills

Your task will be to effectively and efficiently scrape various websites, focusing primarily on structured data, and provide the gathered information in an accessible and manageable format. Your expertise in multiple scripting languages, coupled with a keen eye for data validity, will be indispensable in achieving the desired results.

Subject: Contest for Web Scraping Experts: Extract Data for Various Service Providers


We're hosting a contest to find a skilled web scraper with the expertise to extract data for various service providers. If you're up for the challenge, we have a list of specific professions we need data on:

1. Plumber
2. Electrician
3. Roofer
4. Builder
5. Gardener
6. Painter
7. Landscaper
8. Carpenter
9. Plasterer
10. Driveways / Patios
11. Fencing
12. Tree Surgeon
13. Handyman
14. Locksmith
15. Bathrooms
16. Tiler
17. Central Heating
18. Boiler Repair

Your task is to find relevant data for each of these categories from specific websites. We're looking for professionals who can provide details such as Company Website, Company Phone Number, Company Email Address, and other pertinent information.

To enter the contest, showcase your expertise in:

- Data scraping for various service providers
- Accuracy in collecting data
- Efficiency in delivering results
- Any additional skills that enhance your web scraping capabilities

The result will include:

- Category (niche)
- Company Name
- Address
- Email Address (if available)
- Phone
- Website
- City
- State
- Post Code
- Latitude (optional)
- Longitude (optional)
- Map Link etc.

Feel free to share your previous experiences or techniques that set you apart. The winner will not only receive recognition but also have the opportunity for future collaboration.

Submit your entry, and let's see who can excel in this web scraping challenge!

Note: this is a paid contest test with the possibility for a long-term role and work to join team collecting data across websites and directories’s tell me what sites you can scrape data from I need all of the above information
Good Luck

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  • abdulwhahid
    abdulwhahid
    • 3 months ago

    I have worked many project. If you choose me ? I will provide best lead. ## My work Simple link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IlsCU_JE4nCteKgzkFbtiDZJDWx_x9kx/edit#gid=34221005

    • 3 months ago
  • Pod12345
    Contest Holder
    • 3 months ago

    Record a loom video show me what you can do this would be best to show your expertise

    • 3 months ago
    1. hamzahhabibi29
      hamzahhabibi29
      • 3 months ago

      here's showed how I scraping and extracting data.
      https://www.loom.com/share/d051eca4f2044c949cc64c493ac2babd?sid=90342e27-10d8-4a8e-b129-dd04dbc89725

      • 3 months ago
  • Pod12345
    Contest Holder
    • 3 months ago

    We're on the hunt for skilled web scrapers for a data extraction contest focused on various UK service providers. The task involves extracting data from platforms like Yelp, Google Maps, Yellow Pages, and mybuilder.com, along with specific websites such as checkatrade.com, ratedpeople.com, and trustatrader.com.

    We're looking for professionals who can scrape data for professions like plumbers, electricians, roofers, builders, and more. Your challenge is to showcase your expertise in accurate and efficient data collection, providing essential details such as Company Website, Phone Number, Email Address, and more.

    To participate, demonstrate your skills in:

    1. Data scraping for diverse service providers.
    2. Accuracy in data collection.
    3. Efficient delivery of results.
    4. Any additional skills that enhance web scraping capabilities.

    The results will encompass category, company name, address, email all details in spreadsheet the more the better!

    • 3 months ago

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