how to start a program using autoexpect

[user1]

> but unless it takes commands, I cannot see the point of using Expect at
> all.

My idea was to be able to start a bunch of programs at a time like e.g. 
firefox, dolphin, konsole, kate and thunderbird using autoexpect

Otherwise I am experimenting and learning which sometimes brings up new 
ideas for me

By the way I am searching for an easy to use Macro program which can 
remember keyboard strokes mixed with mouse actions?