tidderautomate
Junior Member
- Dec 4, 2024
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To developers out there, please help estimate how long would it take to build a tool like this
High-Level Architecture & Feature Plan
1. License Manager & Security
2. Visual Flow UI (Scenario Builder)
3. Dynamic Action & Provider Support
4. JSON/Flow Interpreter (Automation Engine)
5. AI & Integration
6. Queue & Scheduling
7. Extensibility & Modularity
8. User Experience
9. Monitoring & Analytics
10. Support & Documentation
High-Level Architecture & Feature Plan
- License Server:
Handles generation, validation, and management of license keys. Each license is tied to a unique machine fingerprint. - Client License Module:
Prompts for license upon installation. Validates against the server, securely stores license status, and supports deactivation or transfer. Performs periodic online validation checks. - Security Measures:
Ensures communication via HTTPS, uses encryption and code obfuscation. Optional support for:- Blacklisting
- Trial mode
- Multi-seat licenses
- Drag-and-Drop Editor:
Users construct automation workflows using visual blocks for browser actions, logic, and data manipulation. - Branching & Logic:
Supports:- Conditional paths (if/else)
- Loops
- Parallel execution
- Error handling
- Export Capability:
Workflows are exported as JSON or similar structured formats.
- Pluggable Providers:
Abstract layer enables integration with tools like:- Anty
- MoreLogin
- GoLogin
- Dolphin
- Dynamic Actions:
Users can define new actions through configuration files, UI input, or custom code (including JavaScript and AI features).
- Process Runner:
Parses and executes scenario definitions using automation engines like Playwright. - Variable & Data Handling:
Handles variable extraction, storage, and transfer between steps. AI-generated data is seamlessly integrated. - Logic & Flow Control:
Includes:- if/else conditions
- switch/case statements
- Loop constructs
- Parallel Execution:
Capable of managing concurrent tasks or multiple browser sessions.
- AI-Driven Actions:
Native support for:- OpenAI
- Other LLMs
Enables generation of content, decision-making, and data transformation.
- API/Webhook Support:
Allows:- Inbound data fetching
- Outbound result posting
- Event-based flow triggering
- Job Queue System:
Handles:- Scheduling
- Concurrency control
- Retry mechanisms
- Job prioritization
- Settings UI:
Unified control panel for configuring:- Providers
- Queues
- Global settings
- Plugin Framework:
Enables users to create or import:- Custom actions
- New automation providers
- External integrations
- Hot Reloading:
Updates to actions and flows can be made without restarting the application.
- No-Code/Low-Code Interface:
Designed for non-technical users to create and manage workflows visually. - Advanced Mode:
Allows power users to:- Edit JSON directly
- Write custom scripts
- Extend core features
- Scenario Portability:
Full export/import of:- Scenarios
- Settings
Optionally includes DOCX format for documentation purposes.
- Dashboard:
Real-time view of:- Job execution
- Logs
- Analytics and performance metrics
- Notification System:
Configurable alerts via:- Webhooks
- In-app messages
Useful for job events or license status updates.
- Integrated Help Center:
Includes:- Searchable documentation
- Tutorials
- Support contact options
- Scenario Library:
Collection of pre-built templates for common tasks to accelerate onboarding and development.
