Hey everyone! I’m a 16-year-old student coder looking to create my first Discord bot. I want to make something for an annual event that’s like a digital escape room with puzzles and riddles. I’m hoping to find resources that can teach me how to code this from scratch. My plan is to include features like:
Sending automated pings
Uploading files and images
Creating embedded messages
Reading and responding to user messages
Fetching user info (avatars, names, IDs)
I also want to add some ARG elements, like having the bot post videos or images with clues.
What’s the best way to get started? Which software should I use? Any tips for coding more efficiently?
Thanks in advance for any advice! I’m excited to learn and bring this idea to life.
For your Discord bot project, I’d recommend starting with Discord.js, a powerful JavaScript library. It’s well-documented and supports all the features you’ve listed. Begin by setting up a Node.js environment and installing the necessary dependencies. Then, focus on creating basic command structures before moving on to more complex features like file uploads and embeds. For the ARG elements, consider using external APIs to generate or manipulate images and videos. Remember to thoroughly test each component as you build. This approach will help you create a solid foundation for your interactive game bot. Good luck with your project!
As someone who’s created a few Discord bots, I can tell you it’s a rewarding experience. I’d suggest using Python with the discord.py library - it’s beginner-friendly and handles all the features you mentioned. Start by learning the basics of Python if you haven’t already, then dive into the discord.py documentation.
For the ARG elements, look into libraries like Pillow for image manipulation and opencv for video processing. These can help you embed clues in media files.
One tip from my experience: use asynchronous programming. It’ll make your bot more efficient, especially when handling multiple users simultaneously.
Remember to keep your bot token secure and never share it publicly. Also, consider using a database to store game progress - SQLite is a good starting point.
Don’t be discouraged if things don’t work right away. Debugging is part of the learning process. Good luck with your project!
hey alexj, cool idea! for discord bots, discord.py is gr8 to start. it handles all those features u mentioned. check out their docs and youtube tutorials. for ARG stuff, maybe look into steganography tools. start small and build up. good luck with ur project, sounds fun!