Data Validation and Correction via Google Sheets API & Places API
Our client faced frequent errors in company names and addresses in his documentation. Checking and fixing errors requiring significant time and resources to manually correct.
We developed an automated script that integrates with Google Sheets to validate and correct data, using the Places API and Google Search (via Puppeteer) for cross-checking. The script identified and flagged inconsistencies, with only 4,8% from 2700 of items needing manual verifying. The solution efficiently processes large volumes of data, reducing labor costs and minimizing errors without the need for ongoing maintenance or paid services.
Challenges
- Data Match: If the address, website, and company name in Google Sheets match the results from the Places API, the script leaves the data unchanged.
- Name Discrepancy: If the found name does not match the one listed in the table, the script updates it.
- Address Discrepancy: If there are errors in the address, the script writes the correct data after verification.
- Multiple Companies at One Address: If multiple companies are found at one address, the script checks them and updates the data if necessary.
- Partner is Not a Company: The script determines whether the partner is a company or a freelancer based on keywords and, if it's a freelancer, skips the name and website validation.
Work Stages
Planning
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Design
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Development
3
Testing and Optimization
4
Deployment
5
6
Maintenance
We meticulously analyzed the client’s requirements and formulated a strategy to address their challenges effectively.
Our team conceptualized an intuitive interface tailored to enhance user engagement and facilitate seamless interactions.
Leveraging modern technologies, we engineered a scalable and customizable solution aligned with the client’s specific needs.
Rigorous testing ensured the functionality across various scenarios, followed by iterative refinements to enhance performance and accuracy.
With meticulous attention to detail, we seamlessly integrated the system into the client’s existing infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption.
Post-deployment, we provided comprehensive support to monitor performance, address any issues, and ensure optimal functionality round the clock.
JavaScript (JS)
Puppeteer
Places API
Google Sheets API
Solutions & Technologies
We effectively combined these technologies to create an optimized solution that processes data quickly and accurately by cross-checking it against various sources. The use of JavaScript provided flexibility in integrations, while Puppeteer enabled the automation of searches through Google Search. The Places API and Google Sheets API ensured data validation accuracy and seamless real-time data handling.
Results
Thanks to the automation of the verification and correction process, our solution enables the rapid processing of large data volumes without any limitations on scale. Tasks that once took months are now completed in just one day, with no additional costs for code maintenance or subscription fees. The increased accuracy of data processing has significantly minimized the risk of errors that frequently occurred during manual validation. This has resulted in savings on labor costs and reduced data processing time, which in turn accelerated internal processes and boosted the company’s overall productivity.
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