Hey there,
I am the developer of PokeRoadie, and I stopped by to answer a few questions posted here:
Where can I found out more information:
How are we getting around the hard bans?
We really are not "getting around" any ban. It is difficult to determine how the hard bans are operating, because they only happen on the server-side, which there is no decompiled code for (unlike the client). Simply put, they are going to statistically look for patterns of behavior unlike a "natural" client. What I have been focusing on is minimizing calls, humanizing actions, and randomizing delays and intermissions. Granted, PokeRoadie may not harvest as much XP in a given amount of time, but I am prioritizing simulating natural behavior, not maximizing gains. Everything we are currently working on is focused around this approach.
Safety first:
So far, the bot has proven to be pretty safe, given the right config. Not to say Niantic will stop making attempts and revisions to detect it. It is an ongoing battle. Get separate emails for your bot accounts. You should not use the FlyLikeCaptKirk option, and I would keep my delay times set at 1500-5000. Additionally, do not change locations by great distances instantly. Keep in mind, going on your phone will ping your real location, don't be botting in England, then hop on your phone in Jersey. Finally, keep your speed reasonable. Even settings it higher than 45 can trigger softbans, and my guees would be too many softbans can trigger a hard one.
Why am I doing this?
I do this because I enjoy AI and human behavior. Writing this bot is fun and challenging. Simple. I don't even play pokemon go.
What the future holds?
Enjoy it while you can. Niantic is being legally aggressive to bot developers. Several major bots have already had to shut down because of legal action. As a technologist, I understand, it is not unfounded. So, this thing may not last forever.
