For those who would rather just read the code: https://github.com/calebshortt/shillbot

Introduction

We’ve all been there. You’re browsing Reddit and see a post that you’re passionate about. You click the comment box and reach for the keyboard — but hesitate. Reddit’s reputation precedes it. You type anyways and punch out your thoughts. Submit.

*Bliip*

A comment already? You click the icon and read the most disproportionately-voracious response to a comment about cats you have ever seen. What a jerk! But you’re not going to play that game, and view the author’s previous posts and comments. Through your review a trend of tactless comments and inflationary responses bubbles to the surface. They’re a troll. You promptly ignore the comment.

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