Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots - Bot Swatting Like the Pros

Explore bot management strategies and cybersecurity challenges in this GOTO Chicago 2015 conference talk. Delve into the world of internet bots, their impact on web traffic, and the complexities of maintaining multi-faceted systems. Learn about various types of bots, their purposes, and the challenges they pose to businesses. Examine different attack vectors, including scraping, scanning, and denial of service attacks. Discover techniques for distinguishing between human and bot traffic, such as analyzing behavior patterns, geolocation, and user agents. Gain insights into implementing effective bot management solutions, including web application firewalls and JavaScript-based detection methods. Understand the importance of team management and data confidence in combating bot-related issues. Equip yourself with knowledge to protect your systems, improve data quality, and enhance user experience in the face of bot-driven challenges.