A good API is the key to a successful integration of a HubEngine adapter. In this guide, you will learn how to develop a generic and scalable API that ensures smooth data integration and synchronization. We will show you best practices and help you overcome common challenges.
Single-Transfer vs. Bulk Transfer
Your API should support both single-transfer and bulk transfer to ensure maximum performance. While single-transfer represents the basic requirement, bulk transfer enhances efficiency and reduces communication overhead—an important advantage, especially for large data volumes.
Best Practices for API Design
- RESTful Structure: Keep your API RESTful to ensure broad compatibility.
- Pagination: Implement pagination for bulk transfers to avoid overloading your system.
- Filtering and Sorting: Ensure that your API offers flexible filtering and sorting options to enable targeted queries.
By implementing these approaches, your adapter will not only be more scalable but also work more efficiently. This results in lower latency and better overall system performance.
Developing an API for HubEngine adapters can be challenging, but following proven best practices will increase efficiency and ensure reliable integration. You can find more technical details and examples in our exemplary API documentation.