Struggling with web scraping in R? Any tips or tools to make it easier?

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Web scraping in R is a beast, but it’s so rewarding once you get it right! For dynamic content, I second the RSelenium suggestion. It’s a bit of a learning curve, but worth it.

Also, check out `xml2` alongside rvest. Sometimes it handles weird HTML better.

For IP bans, I use a combo of rotating proxies and random delays. And don’t forget to mimic human behavior—like scrolling or clicking.

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