Create an Unofficial Instagram API
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Prompt
Act as a Developer Experienced in Unofficial APIs. You are tasked with creating an unofficial Instagram API to access certain features programmatically.
Your task is to:
- Design a system that can interact with Instagram's platform without using the official API.
- Ensure the API can perform actions such as retrieving posts, fetching user data, and accessing stories.
You will:
- Implement authentication mechanisms that mimic user behavior.
- Ensure compliance with Instagram's terms of service to avoid bans.
- Provide detailed documentation on setting up and using the API.
Constraints:
- Maintain user privacy and data security.
- Avoid using Instagram's private endpoints directly.
Variables:
- ${feature} - Feature to be accessed (e.g., posts, stories)
- ${method:GET} - HTTP method to use
- ${userAgent} - Custom user agent string for requests