🎬 YouTube Automation Agent

A fully automated YouTube channel management system that creates, optimizes, and publishes content daily using AI agents. No coding required - just configure and let the AI agents handle your YouTube channel 24/7!

✨ What This Does

This system runs 24/7 to:

• 🎯 Research trending topics in your niche
• ✍️ Write engaging video scripts automatically
• 🎨 Generate eye-catching thumbnails
• 📈 Optimize SEO for maximum reach
• 📅 Upload and schedule videos
• 📊 Analyze performance and improve over time

💡 How It Works - No Claude Required!

You do NOT need Claude to use this system! The YouTube Automation Agent is designed to work with multiple AI providers, giving you flexibility and cost control.

🤖 AI Provider Options

1. OpenAI (Recommended)

   • GPT-4 for intelligent content generation
   • DALL-E 3 for stunning thumbnails
   • Whisper for speech processing
   • Cost: ~$0.10-0.30 per video
   • Best for: Professional creators wanting highest quality

2. Google Gemini (Budget-Friendly)

   • Free tier: 60 requests/minute
   • Can generate multiple videos daily at no cost
   • Cost: FREE for most users
   • Best for: Beginners and hobby creators

3. Custom AI Integration

   • Support for Anthropic Claude (if you prefer)
   • Local models via Ollama
   • Any OpenAI-compatible API

📊 What Each Agent Does

// Content Strategy Agent
→ Analyzes YouTube trends via API
→ Identifies viral topics in your niche
→ Plans content calendar automatically

// Script Writer Agent
→ Writes engaging scripts with hooks
→ Adds storytelling and call-to-actions
→ Optimizes for watch time

// Thumbnail Designer Agent
→ Generates eye-catching thumbnails
→ A/B tests different designs
→ Optimizes for click-through rate

// SEO Optimizer Agent
→ Researches high-performing keywords
→ Optimizes titles and descriptions
→ Manages tags and metadata

// Publishing Agent
→ Uploads videos automatically
→ Schedules for optimal times
→ Manages playlists and end screens

💰 Cost Breakdown

Component	Free Tier	Paid Usage
YouTube API	✅ 10,000 units/day	✅ Same
OpenAI	❌ None	~$0.20/video
Google Gemini	✅ 60 req/min	$0.00035/1k chars
Hosting	✅ Local PC	$5-20/month VPS
Total Monthly	$0	$6-50

🖥️ Deployment Options

• Local Computer: Run on your PC/Mac (free)
• Raspberry Pi: Low-power home automation (~$50 one-time)
• Cloud VPS: DigitalOcean, Linode ($5/month)
• Free Cloud: Railway, Render (with limitations)
• Serverless: Vercel, Netlify (pay-per-use)

🚀 Quick Start

Prerequisites

• Node.js 18+ (Download here)
• Google Account (for YouTube API)
• AI Provider Account (choose one):
  • OpenAI account (Sign up) OR
  • Google AI Studio account (Sign up - FREE)
• 10 minutes for initial setup

Installation

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/darkzOGx/youtube-automation-agent.git
   cd youtube-automation-agent
   npm install

2. Configure your credentials

   # Copy example files
   cp .env.example .env
   cp config/credentials.example.json config/credentials.json
   
   # Run interactive setup
   npm run setup

   The setup wizard will help you:

   • Get YouTube API credentials (step-by-step guide included)
   • Choose and configure AI provider
   • Set your channel preferences
   • Configure automation schedule

3. Start the system

   npm start

4. Access the dashboard Open http://localhost:3456 in your browser

🎯 Use Cases

• Educational Channels: Automate tutorial and explainer videos
• News Channels: Auto-generate daily news summaries
• Story Channels: Create animated story content
• Gaming Channels: Generate game guides and tips
• Tech Channels: Automate product reviews and comparisons
• Kids Content: Create educational kids videos
• Meditation/Relaxation: Generate ambient content
• Compilation Channels: Automate "Top 10" style videos

🔧 Configuration

Getting Your API Keys (Step-by-Step)

Option 1: YouTube Data API (Required - FREE)

1. Go to Google Cloud Console
2. Click "Create Project" (name it "YouTube Automation")
3. In the left menu, go to "APIs & Services" → "Library"
4. Search for "YouTube Data API v3" and click "Enable"
5. Go to "Credentials" → "Create Credentials" → "OAuth client ID"
6. Choose "Desktop app" as application type
7. Download the JSON file and save as config/credentials.json

Visual Guide: YouTube API Setup Tutorial

Option 2A: OpenAI API (Recommended for Quality)

1. Visit OpenAI Platform
2. Click "API Keys" in sidebar
3. Click "Create new secret key"
4. Copy key to .env file as OPENAI_API_KEY
5. Add $5-10 credits to get started

Pricing: ~$0.01 per 1K tokens (approx 750 words)

Option 2B: Google Gemini API (FREE Alternative)

1. Visit Google AI Studio
2. Click "Get API Key"
3. Create API key for new or existing project
4. Copy key to .env file as GEMINI_API_KEY

Pricing: FREE for 60 requests/minute, perfect for most users!

Environment Variables

# Core Settings
NODE_ENV=production
PORT=3456
LOG_LEVEL=info

# AI Provider (choose one)
OPENAI_API_KEY=your-key-here
# OR
GEMINI_API_KEY=your-key-here

# YouTube Settings
YOUTUBE_REGION=US
DEFAULT_PRIVACY_STATUS=public

# Content Settings
CHANNEL_NAME=Your Channel Name
TARGET_AUDIENCE=Your target audience
POSTING_FREQUENCY=daily

🚦 First Run Tutorial

After setup, here's how to generate your first video:

# Test content generation
npm run test

# Generate a single video manually
curl -X POST http://localhost:3456/generate \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"topic": "Top 10 Life Hacks", "style": "listicle"}'

# Start full automation
npm start

📋 Daily Usage

Automation Schedule

Once configured, the system runs automatically:

• 6:00 AM: Generates new content (strategy, script, thumbnail, SEO)
• Every 15 minutes: Processes publishing queue
• 9:00 AM: Collects analytics data
• 10:00 PM: Runs optimization tasks
• Weekly: Strategy review and performance analysis

Manual Operations

Generate Content Immediately

curl -X POST http://localhost:3456/generate \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"topic": "Your Topic", "style": "tutorial"}'

View Schedule

curl http://localhost:3456/schedule

Get Analytics

curl http://localhost:3456/analytics

🛠️ Customization Guide

Switching AI Providers

To use Claude instead of OpenAI:

// utils/ai-service.js
class ClaudeAIService {
  async generateContent(prompt) {
    return await anthropic.complete({
      model: 'claude-3-sonnet',
      prompt: prompt,
      max_tokens: 1000
    });
  }
}

Adding Custom Content Types

// agents/content-strategy-agent.js
const contentTypes = {
  'podcast': {
    duration: '10-15 minutes',
    style: 'conversational',
    thumbnail: 'podcast-style'
  },
  // Add your custom type here
};

🏗️ Architecture

Agent Communication Flow

Content Strategy Agent
         ↓
Script Writer Agent
         ↓
Thumbnail Designer Agent → Production Management Agent
         ↓                           ↓
SEO Optimizer Agent → Publishing & Scheduling Agent
         ↓                           ↓
Analytics & Optimization Agent ← YouTube Upload

File Structure

youtube-automation-agent/
├── agents/                 # AI agent implementations
├── config/                 # Configuration files
├── database/              # Database management
├── data/                  # Generated content and assets
├── logs/                  # Application logs
├── schedules/             # Automation schedulers
├── utils/                 # Utility functions
├── workflows/             # Content workflows
└── uploads/               # Temporary upload files

🔒 Security & Privacy

• All API keys are stored locally in encrypted configuration
• No content is sent to external services except configured APIs
• Local database with automatic backups
• Rate limiting to respect API quotas
• Error logging without sensitive data exposure

📈 Performance Optimization

Content Strategy

• Trend Analysis: Real-time monitoring of trending topics
• Competitor Research: Automated analysis of successful channels
• Audience Insights: Performance-based audience targeting
• Seasonal Optimization: Content timing based on seasonal trends

Technical Optimization

• Thumbnail A/B Testing: Automatic testing of different designs
• Title Optimization: SEO-optimized titles with power words
• Publishing Time: Data-driven optimal scheduling
• Keyword Research: Performance-based keyword optimization

🌟 Success Stories

• Educational Channel: 50K subscribers in 3 months
• Story Channel: 1M+ views per month on autopilot
• News Channel: 24/7 automated news coverage
• Kids Channel: $5K/month ad revenue, fully automated

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need coding knowledge? A: No! Just follow the setup wizard and you're ready to go.

Q: Can I use this for multiple channels? A: Yes! Run multiple instances with different configurations.

Q: Is this against YouTube ToS? A: No, as long as you create original content and follow YouTube guidelines.

Q: How much does it cost to run? A: Can be completely FREE with Gemini, or ~$10-50/month with OpenAI.

Q: Can I customize the content style? A: Yes! Full control over tone, style, topics, and format.

🆘 Troubleshooting

Common Issues

"YouTube API quota exceeded"

• Check your Google Cloud Console quotas
• Implement additional rate limiting if needed
• Consider upgrading your quota limits

"Content generation failed"

• Verify AI service API keys and credits
• Check internet connectivity
• Review error logs in logs/ directory

"Publishing failed"

• Confirm YouTube OAuth tokens are valid
• Check video file sizes and formats
• Verify channel permissions

Debug Mode

Enable detailed logging:

NODE_ENV=development DEBUG_MODE=true npm start

Health Check

curl http://localhost:3456/health

🤝 Contributing

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Add tests for new functionality
5. Submit a pull request

Development Setup

git clone <your-fork>
cd youtube-automation-agent
npm install
npm run dev

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

🙏 Acknowledgments

• OpenAI for GPT models
• Google for YouTube Data API and Gemini
• YouTube Creator Community for inspiration and feedback

📞 Support

• Issues: GitHub Issues
• Discussions: GitHub Discussions
• Wiki: Setup Guides & Tutorials

🚀 Get Started in 10 Minutes!

# Quick start commands
git clone https://github.com/darkzOGx/youtube-automation-agent.git
cd youtube-automation-agent
npm install
npm run setup
npm start

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This tool is designed for legitimate content creation. Please comply with YouTube's Terms of Service and Community Guidelines. The creators are not responsible for any misuse of this software.

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