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Guides, tutorials, and updates on web scraping, data extraction, and building with the DataGuru API.

Comparison of GPT-4.1 mini, GPT-4.1 nano, and GPT-4o mini
OpenAI offers several models tailored to different performance and cost needs. Here's a comparison of <strong>GPT-4.1 mini</strong>, <strong>GPT-4.1 nano</strong>, and <strong>GPT-4o mini</strong>:

Latest Software Innovations in 2025
Explore the groundbreaking software innovations of 2025, from AI-powered smart glasses to revolutionary game development platforms and cutting-edge cybersecurity advancements.

What is a Proxy? Understanding Its Uses, Benefits, and Risks
A proxy server hides your IP address and helps you access restricted content while improving online privacy

Mastering Software: A Student’s Superpower
Mastering software basics empowers students to succeed academically, boost productivity, and thrive in a digital future.

Data Security and Privacy Solutions for the Digital Age
In the digital age, securing sensitive data and ensuring privacy is crucial. Effective solutions like encryption, multi-factor authentication, and data anonymization are key to protecting data from cyber threats.

Forward Proxy vs. Reverse Proxy
A technical yet beginner-friendly guide comparing forward and reverse proxies with real-world use cases and benefits.

Running Inference on a LoRA Fine-Tuned DeepSeek 8B Model (4-bit Quantized)
This guide shows how to run inference on a LoRA fine-tuned DeepSeek 8B model using 4-bit quantization for efficient performance on modest GPUs. Learn how to load the base model, apply your trained LoRA adapter, and generate responses interactively—perfect for local testing, prototyping, or building lightweight AI tools.

Tune DeepSeek Models Efficiently: LoRA + 4-Bit Guide for <10B Models
Learn how to fine-tune DeepSeek 8B models efficiently using LoRA and 4-bit quantization on Google Colab or any 30GB GPU. This step-by-step guide walks you through model loading, dataset preparation, training setup, and advanced optimization techniques—enabling scalable, low-cost customization with parameter-efficient methods.

Extracting PDFs with Scrapy and Implementing Date Tracking
Discover how to build a Scrapy spider to download PDFs from a website, implement date tracking to resume interrupted scraping sessions, and configure the Files Pipeline for efficient file storage. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions, code explanations, and tips for handling dynamic date extraction and error management.

How I Extracted Product Data from Daraz Using Scrapy
Learn how I built a Scrapy spider to extract product data from Daraz, including names, prices, stock status, and URLs. This step-by-step guide covers handling AJAX and JSON, Perfect for beginners.

The Power of Automation
Automation powered by machine learning is transforming the way data is managed, improving efficiency, reducing errors, and saving valuable time.

Scraping E-commerce Websites Without Getting Blocked
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