Auto Blog Scripts
Python automation scripts to manage and generate blog content programmatically.
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Project Timeline
Workflow Analysis
Mar 2024Analysed the manual blog publishing workflow and identified repetitive tasks: content formatting, image resizing, metadata generation, and scheduling.
Core Scripting
May 2024Built the foundational Python scripts for content parsing, Markdown-to-HTML conversion, and front matter generation with configurable templates.
Image Processing Pipeline
Jun 2024Added automated image optimisation — resizing, compression, WebP conversion, and alt-text generation from filenames.
Content Scheduling
Aug 2024Implemented a scheduling system that auto-publishes posts at optimal times. Added draft management and preview generation.
SEO Automation
Sep 2024Built automatic meta description generation, slug creation, and internal linking suggestions based on keyword analysis.
Error Handling & Logging
Nov 2024Added comprehensive error handling with retry logic for API calls. Implemented structured logging for debugging failed automation runs.
Testing & Validation
Dec 2024Created unit tests for all content transformation functions. Added validation checks for malformed Markdown and missing required fields.
Security Audit
Jan 2025Removed all hardcoded API keys and secrets. Migrated to environment variables with .env support. Added .env.example for onboarding.
Documentation & Open Source
Feb 2025Wrote usage guide with examples, contribution guidelines, and architecture overview. Published to GitHub with clear setup instructions.