Step by Step Guide to Building a HoneyBook API Integration in Ruby

Hey there, fellow Ruby enthusiast! Ready to dive into the world of HoneyBook API integration? Buckle up, because we're about to embark on a journey that'll supercharge your project management capabilities. Let's get cracking!

Introduction

HoneyBook's API is a powerhouse for streamlining project management and client interactions. By the end of this guide, you'll have a slick Ruby integration that'll make you feel like a workflow wizard.

Prerequisites

Before we jump in, make sure you've got:

• Ruby 2.7+ (because we're not savages)
• The httparty and dotenv gems (your new best friends)
• HoneyBook API credentials (if you don't have 'em, go grab 'em!)

Setting Up the Project

First things first, let's get our project off the ground:

mkdir honeybook_integration
cd honeybook_integration
bundle init

Now, let's add those gems to our Gemfile:

gem 'httparty'
gem 'dotenv'

Run bundle install, and we're off to the races!

Authentication

HoneyBook uses OAuth 2.0, so let's set that up:

require 'httparty'
require 'dotenv/load'

class HoneyBookClient
  include HTTParty
  base_uri 'https://api.honeybook.com/v1'

  def initialize
    @options = {
      headers: {
        'Authorization' => "Bearer #{ENV['HONEYBOOK_ACCESS_TOKEN']}",
        'Content-Type' => 'application/json'
      }
    }
  end
end

Don't forget to create a .env file with your HONEYBOOK_ACCESS_TOKEN!

Making API Requests

Now that we're authenticated, let's make some magic happen:

def get_projects
  self.class.get('/projects', @options)
end

def create_contact(name, email)
  body = { name: name, email: email }.to_json
  self.class.post('/contacts', @options.merge(body: body))
end

Implementing Key HoneyBook API Endpoints

Let's add some more endpoints to our HoneyBookClient:

def get_invoices
  self.class.get('/invoices', @options)
end

def create_payment(invoice_id, amount)
  body = { invoice_id: invoice_id, amount: amount }.to_json
  self.class.post('/payments', @options.merge(body: body))
end

Error Handling and Rate Limiting

Let's add some resilience to our requests:

def make_request(method, endpoint, body = nil)
  retries = 0
  begin
    response = self.class.send(method, endpoint, @options.merge(body: body))
    raise "Rate limited" if response.code == 429
    response
  rescue => e
    retries += 1
    if retries < 3
      sleep(2 ** retries)
      retry
    else
      raise e
    end
  end
end

Data Synchronization

Keep your local data fresh with a sync method:

def sync_projects
  projects = get_projects
  # Update your local database with the fetched projects
  # This is where you'd implement your own storage logic
end

Testing the Integration

Don't forget to test! Here's a quick RSpec example:

RSpec.describe HoneyBookClient do
  let(:client) { HoneyBookClient.new }

  it "fetches projects successfully" do
    VCR.use_cassette("projects") do
      response = client.get_projects
      expect(response.code).to eq(200)
    end
  end
end

Deployment Considerations

When deploying, remember:

• Use environment variables for API credentials
• Implement proper logging and monitoring
• Consider using a job queue for long-running sync tasks

Conclusion

And there you have it! You've just built a robust HoneyBook API integration in Ruby. Pat yourself on the back, you coding ninja! Remember, this is just the beginning. Keep exploring the API docs, and you'll find even more ways to streamline your workflow.

Now go forth and conquer those projects with your newfound HoneyBook superpowers! 🚀