More important than bot votes is getting out there and leaving thoughtful comments on a lot of posts, and engaging with the people who comment on yours.

Those bot votes will help get a little more attention on your posts,and are especially helpful for new users, but unless you build relationships in the community the bot votes won't do much to grow the reputation of your account.

Quality content, and being in touch with what your followers want to see will go far.

Also, find a mentor. Someone who is more experienced than you who will help you learn how to get better ... Glad to see some of those resources have been helpful to you