Best Python Libraries for Web Scraping

Yelyzaveta Nechytailo

2022-01-121 min read

Even though web scraping in its essence is a complex and nuanced field, building your own basic web scraper is actually not that hard considering the existence of such coding languages as Python. Using Python is one of the best ways to get started with web scraping as it is object-oriented and easy compared to other coding languages. Additionally, many libraries exist that make building a tool for web scraping in Python an absolute breeze.

This white paper will go through four most popular Python libraries and the basics on how to get started in web scraping.

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Best Python Libraries for Web Scraping

What will you learn from this white paper?

This white paper will provide detailed answers to the following questions:

Why use Python?
Where to start with web scraping libraries?
What are the four most popular Python libraries?
How to implement these libraries in your web scraping?

Take a look at other topics covering web scraping detailed in Oxylabs’ white papers.

About the author

Yelyzaveta Nechytailo

Senior Content Manager

Yelyzaveta Nechytailo is a Senior Content Manager at Oxylabs. After working as a writer in fashion, e-commerce, and media, she decided to switch her career path and immerse in the fascinating world of tech. And believe it or not, she absolutely loves it! On weekends, you’ll probably find Yelyzaveta enjoying a cup of matcha at a cozy coffee shop, scrolling through social media, or binge-watching investigative TV series.

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