Feature Request: Auto Posting Images on Instagram with Enhanced Customization

Description

This feature includes dynamically generated captions using GPT-4V and enables the bot to upload random albums or individual images to Instagram. The captions are generated based on specific prompts, and the images are selected randomly from specified directories.

Priority

• High Priority: This feature is essential for automating social media content and enhancing user engagement. It can save time and effort for content creators and marketers.

Implementation Plan

1. Caption Generation

• Objective: Generate professional and formal captions using OpenAI's GPT-3 model.
• Method: Utilize OpenAI's API to create captions based on specific prompts related to the images.
• Dependencies: OpenAI API key, Python 3.9.4.

2. Image Selection and Processing

• Objective: Select random albums or individual images from specified folders.
• Method: Use Python's os and random libraries to choose random folders or files. Convert PNG images to JPG using the PIL library.
• Dependencies: Python's os, random, and PIL libraries.

3. Instagram Interaction

• Objective: Log in to Instagram and upload the selected images with generated captions.
• Method: Use the instagrapi library to log in, select images, and upload them with captions.
• Dependencies: instagrapi library, Instagram credentials.

4. Error Handling and Cleanup

• Objective: Handle exceptions and clean up local files after uploading.
• Method: Implement try-except blocks to catch errors and remove local files after successful uploads.
• Dependencies: Python's os library.

Technical Considerations

• Language: Python 3.9.4.
• Libraries: openai, instagrapi, PIL, os, random.
• Environment Variables: OpenAI API key, Instagram username, and password.
• Compatibility: Ensure compatibility with different image formats and Instagram's API changes.
• Security: Securely handle credentials and API keys.
• Testing: Implement unit tests to validate each component of the feature.
• Documentation: Provide detailed documentation for setup, usage, and troubleshooting.

Conclusion

The "Auto Posting Images on Instagram with Enhanced Customization" feature is a high-priority enhancement that can significantly streamline social media management. The implementation plan outlines a systematic approach to developing this feature, considering various technical aspects and dependencies. Proper testing, security measures, and comprehensive documentation will be vital for the successful deployment and user adoption of this feature.