Galactic Bargain Hunter

Inspired by the gritty, resource-scarce universe of 'Nightfall' and the universal desire for coveted items depicted in 'Star Wars: A New Hope', the 'Galactic Bargain Hunter' project aims to create a specialized e-commerce scraping tool. This tool will focus exclusively on identifying and tracking rare, collectible, and potentially undervalued Star Wars merchandise across various online marketplaces and auction sites. Users, akin to resourceful inhabitants of a distant planet searching for essential goods, will be able to set up custom alerts for specific items or categories (e.g., vintage action figures, limited edition props, rare books). The scraper will continuously monitor these platforms, comparing prices against historical data and identified market trends. When a significant price drop, a new listing of a rare item, or a potential 'bargain' is detected, the system will notify the user. The 'Nightfall' influence comes into play with the idea of resourcefulness and strategic acquisition in a potentially competitive market, while 'Star Wars' provides the rich and diverse catalog of collectible items. The e-commerce scraping aspect directly mirrors the functionality of the inspiration project, but with a highly focused niche. The project is low-cost, relying on readily available web scraping libraries and cloud-based notification services. The high earning potential stems from its niche appeal to passionate collectors who are willing to pay a premium for timely access to rare items, or through a subscription model for advanced features and curated deal alerts.