Build Your Own Keyword Density Checker Checklist

A step-by-step guide to creating a Python keyword checker using AI.

By Casey Builds It · Watch

1. Understanding the Tool's Purpose

Grasp the benefits and applications of the keyword density checker.

• Understand how to check competitor keyword usage.
• Learn how to automate keyword counting across websites.
• Identify opportunities for SEO research and competitor analysis.
• Recognize the value for content strategy and optimization.
• Appreciate the time-saving aspect compared to manual counting.

2. Setting Up Your Development Environment

Prepare the necessary tools for building the Python script.

• Install Python (if not already installed).
• Install Cursor AI (or a similar AI coding assistant).
• Familiarize yourself with plain-English prompts for code generation.

3. Generating the Core Python Script

Use AI to create the fundamental code for the keyword scanner.

• Prompt Cursor AI to generate code for a website crawler.
• Prompt AI to create a function for counting keyword occurrences.
• Ensure the script can accept a target keyword as input.
• Develop code to scan multiple pages of a website.

4. Implementing the Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Build a user-friendly interface for the tool.

• Use Python libraries to create GUI elements.
• Add input fields for the website URL and keyword.
• Incorporate options for customization (e.g., max pages to scan).
• Add a button to start the scanning process.
• Design an area to display the results.

5. Adding Advanced Features and Exporting

Enhance the tool's functionality and output.

• Implement whole-word matching option.
• Add functionality to export results to a CSV file.
• Ensure the CSV includes keywords and corresponding URLs.
• Develop dynamic naming for exported files (domain + timestamp).

6. Packaging the Tool for Distribution

Make the tool accessible to users without Python installed.

• Use a tool like PyInstaller to package the Python script.
• Create a standalone .exe file.
• Test the .exe file on a machine without Python installed.

7. Downloading and Using the Tool

Access and utilize the pre-built or self-built keyword checker.

• Visit caseybuildsit.com.
• Navigate to the Files section or Downloads button.
• Download the latest post or the tool directly.
• Run the .exe file.
• Enter a website URL and target keyword.
• Initiate the scan and review the results.
• Analyze competitor keyword strategies.

Automate SEO research by building your own AI-powered keyword checker.