GunBroker FFL Drop Shipping Automation: Python, API & FTP Inventory Software Introduction

Welcome to the start of a brand-new series for FFL (Federal Firearms License) holders! 🚀
This is more than just an intro—it's your big overview and foundational blueprint for building a powerful GunBroker drop shipping automation system from scratch.
Stop relying on expensive third-party inventory management systems. Learn how to compete on a mass scale and virtually manage millions of dollars in distributor inventory without needing upfront capital.
What You'll Learn to Build in This Series
This video lays out the entire development plan, showing you how to use Python to create custom software that automates your entire listing, sales, and fulfillment process. We'll cover in depth:
• Data Acquisition: Connecting to distributor inventory feeds using FTP (File Transfer Protocol).
• Data Processing: Using Python to parse, transform, and format raw product data for mass uploads.
• Platform Integration: Automating listings, sales, and order fulfillment using the GunBroker API.
• Business Strategy: Understanding the economic nuances and scaling potential of full vs. semi-drop shipping models.
Whether you run a brick-and-mortar store or are aiming to scale your FFL business to a national level, this knowledge is essential for building a modern, highly scalable operation.
➡️ Next Video: We'll dive right into the core concepts of the FTP Protocol and start coding the functions needed to connect to and download distributor data feeds.

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