Develop a self-managed collector

To develop a custom collector using our Integrated development environment (IDE), you will need to insert an URL and start interacting with the development environment using Javascript language.

Step 1 - Start from scratch

You can start from scratch or use a code template to get started with the development.

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Step 2 - Develop a data collector in the IDE
Create a Data Collector by writing code in the IDE. The development environment provides all the tools you need to create your own data collector.

Learn more about IDE page and code environment

A : Interaction code - Using the interaction code window, you can interact with the elements of the target website.
B : Parser code - Parse the HTML results you gathered from the interaction window.
C : Preview - Preview your interaction and collection flow. To test your code, click the play icon.
D : Finished editing - Save and complete your own data collector once you've finished editing.

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