How do I use Selenium with Python for web scraping?

How do I use Selenium with Python for web scraping?

To use Selenium with Python for web scraping, first install the Selenium package using pip. You can do this by running pip install selenium.

What do I need to set up before I start coding?

You'll need a web driver for the browser you want to automate. For example, if you're using Chrome, download the ChromeDriver that matches your browser version.

Can you show me a simple example of a script?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

from selenium import webdriver

# Set up the driver
driver = webdriver.Chrome(executable_path='path/to/chromedriver')

# Open a webpage
driver.get('http://example.com')

# Get the page title
print(driver.title)

# Close the driver
driver.quit()

What are some common issues I might face?

Common issues include WebDriver version mismatches, elements not being found due to dynamic loading, and timeouts.