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Learn how to easily resolve the issue of unsupported proxy scheme errors in your Python Telegram bot when using the Telebot library.
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Introduction

Are you facing challenges when programming your Telegram bot using Python? Specifically, have you encountered the frustrating AssertionError: Not supported proxy scheme socks5 error? You're not alone; many developers experience this issue when trying to connect their bot through a SOCKS5 proxy. In this post, we'll explore the problem in detail and walk you through an effective solution to ensure your bot functions smoothly.

Understanding the Problem

When you attempt to use a SOCKS5 proxy with your Telegram bot in Python, you may run into an assertion error. This occurs due to issues with how the requests library, which your bot relies on, handles proxy configurations.

The Error Message

Here’s the specific error message you might encounter:

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This indicates that the proxy scheme you are attempting to use (socks5) is not compatible with the version of the requests library you have installed.

Solution: Reinstalling the Requests Library

Fortunately, resolving this problem is straightforward! The key step is to replace the version of the requests library that you installed via your system’s package manager with the one available through pip.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Remove the Existing Requests Library:
First, you need to uninstall the version of requests that was installed via your package manager (yum). To do this, you can run the following command in your terminal:

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Install the Requests Library via Pip:
Next, install the requests library using pip instead. This ensures you have the latest version, which is compatible with the SOCKS5 proxy.

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Verify Your Proxy Configuration:
Make sure your proxy settings in your Telegram bot are correctly configured as follows:

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Example Code

Here’s a complete snippet on how your bot should look:

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Conclusion

By following the steps outlined above, you should be able to resolve the AssertionError: Not supported proxy scheme socks5 issue and successfully run your Telegram bot with a SOCKS5 proxy. Make sure to keep your libraries updated and always install them via pip to lower the chance of similar issues in the future.

Happy coding! If you have any further questions or run into other issues, feel free to ask in the comments below.