Code's intrinsic value lies in its ability to automate tasks, traditionally involving API connections and data processing, but as software has transitioned to web applications, automating web-based workflows has become increasingly vital. This necessity is complicated when websites lack APIs and use client-side JavaScript, necessitating tools like headless browsers, which are browsers controlled by code without a graphical user interface, allowing for interaction with web pages as a human would. The Chrome DevTools Protocol (CDP) is a primary method for code to communicate with these browsers, although its complexity often requires developers to use browser automation frameworks that simplify this process. Popular frameworks include those developed by companies like Microsoft and Google, each serving different purposes such as testing, PDF generation, and automated interactions. Despite their utility, running headless browsers in production demands careful management of resources and infrastructure to ensure performance and reliability, a challenge that platforms like Browserbase aim to address by providing scalable solutions for handling these demands, thereby allowing developers to focus on creating automation logic rather than managing browser infrastructure.