Whatever you call it—an online auction house, the world'slargest flea market, or a vast social experiment—nometaphor completely describes the huge trading communitythat is eBay. Underneath it all, eBay is also a computerprogram and a complex socio-economic system, requiringexperience, finesse, and the right tools to master.
eBay Hacks, 2nd Edition has been completely revised andupdated to make use of an array of new tools and features,as well as to reflect the changes in the eBay API, eBay'spolicies, and general practices of its increasinglysophisticated users. In all, the new edition of eBay Hackssports 30 brand-new hacks plus dozens of hacks that havebeen expanded, deepened, or otherwise completely rewritten.
eBay Hacks shows you how to become a more efficient buyerand seller with clever tricks and shortcuts that willsurprise even the most experienced eBayers. The book's widerange of topics covers all aspects of using eBay, such asadvanced searching techniques, sniping tools, sellingstrategies, photography tips, and even research techniquesfor PowerSellers. But eBay Hacks doesn't just cover thebasics; you'll learn how to write scripts to automatetedious tasks, take better photos, and tap into the eBay APIto develop your own custom tools. Unlike no other book, eBayHacks, 2nd Edition also provides insight into the socialaspects of the eBay community, with diplomatic tools to helpto get what you want with the least hassle and risk ofnegative feedback.
This bestseller supplies you with the tools you need tomaster eBay, whether as a buyer or seller, casual surfer orserious collector, novice or seasoned expert. With thisguide, you will become a savvy power user who tradessmarterand safer, makes more money, enjoys successes, and has fundoing it.
Chapter 1 Diplomacy and Feedback
Chapter 2 Searching
Chapter 3 Bidding
Chapter 4 Selling
Chapter 5 Working with Photos
Chapter 6 Completing Transactions
Chapter 7 Running a Business on eBay
Chapter 8 The eBay API
About the Author
David A. Karp, best known for O’Reilly’s best-selling Windows Annoyances series, is an avid collector and determined tinkerer. David understands the eBay culture, and uses his years of experience to show how subtle strategy, a little diplomacy, and the right tools can make eBay more profitable and a lot more fun.